How to Use the D2L Brightspace MCP in Windsurf

Q: How do I connect the D2L Brightspace MCP Server to Windsurf?

Open your /.codeium/windsurf/mcpconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Once you hit save, Cascade automatically reads the 33 available tools and makes them ready for your next prompt.

Q: How does Windsurf handle grading assignments in D2L Brightspace?

Windsurf pulls the student files using listsubmissions and analyzes them. It then runs updateusergrade and providefeedback to record the score and write personalized comments.

Q: Can I manage LTI tool deployments with this integration?

Absolutely. The server includes createltideployment and listltiregistrations so you can configure external learning tools directly from the chat interface.

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Auto-grade student submissions in Windsurf

The `list_submissions` tool connects Windsurf to your gradebook so Cascade can evaluate work and push scores instantly. Cascade uses the returned files to match student work against your rubric, then runs `update_user_grade` to post the final score. You just tell the agent to grade the latest batch of assignments. It doesn't stop at raw numbers. The agent automatically calls `provide_feedback` to leave specific notes on each file, saving you from clicking through dozens of student pages in the browser.

Build entire course structures with Windsurf Cascade

The `create_course` tool lets Cascade set up new academic shells without you touching the admin panel. Windsurf reads your syllabus document, plans the structure, and executes a chain of setup tasks. It builds modules using `create_org_unit` and sets up discussion boards using `create_topic` in one continuous run. You get a fully populated course shell in seconds. Cascade verifies the hierarchy by calling `list_org_unit_children` so you know every forum and module sits exactly where it belongs.

Automate user enrollments and access

The `create_enrollment` tool gives your agent direct control over who gets access to which course shell via this MCP integration. When a roster changes, Windsurf matches the new student list against existing accounts using `list_users`. It then registers missing accounts via `create_user` and adds them to the correct course. If a student drops, Cascade cleans up the roster by triggering `delete_enrollment`. You don't have to manually reconcile spreadsheets or deal with registration errors anymore.

Setup guide

Set up D2L Brightspace MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the D2L Brightspace MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my D2L Brightspace payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the D2L Brightspace tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "d2l-brightspace-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about D2L Brightspace MCP in Windsurf

Open your `~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Once you hit save, Cascade automatically reads the 33 available tools and makes them ready for your next prompt.

Yes, Cascade chains multiple tool calls to make this happen. It reads your text file, runs `create_course` to build the shell, and then uses `create_topic` to build the discussion forums.

Windsurf pulls the student files using `list_submissions` and analyzes them. It then runs `update_user_grade` and `provide_feedback` to record the score and write personalized comments.

Absolutely. The server includes `create_lti_deployment` and `list_lti_registrations` so you can configure external learning tools directly from the chat interface.

Your gradebook data and user records never touch external logs because Vinkius runs the MCP Server in an isolated V8 sandbox. All student grades processed via `update_user_grade` travel through encrypted channels directly to your LMS endpoint.

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