How to Use the Dagger (Programmable CI) MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline write code and test it automatically using Dagger (Programmable CI)?

Yes, Cline uses querycontainer to run tests in an isolated sandbox. It writes your code, spins up the container, runs the verification suite, and reads the results without requiring manual steps.

Q: How does Cline handle secrets when running a Dagger (Programmable CI) pipeline?

Cline uses the querysecret tool to reference environment variables or local files. This keeps your sensitive credentials, like registry passwords or API keys, safely inside the Dagger engine rather than hardcoding them in files.

Q: Does Cline support caching to speed up container builds?

Yes, Cline invokes the querycachevolume tool to create persistent volumes for package managers. This avoids downloading dependencies from scratch on every run, keeping your feedback loop fast.

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Run isolated test suites directly inside Cline.

This MCP Server equips Cline with the `query_container` tool to spin up clean scratch environments for testing your newly written code. Cline doesn't just write a component; it runs the test suite inside an isolated container to verify the changes before showing you the diff. By calling `query_host`, Cline inspects your local system configuration to ensure the container matches your architecture. It handles the entire lifecycle from container creation to teardown, giving you a full verification loop.

Build custom pipelines on demand.

The `execute_graphql_query` tool allows Cline to construct custom build pipelines by chaining together multiple Dagger operations. This MCP tool lets you automate your deployment by writing the necessary code and executing the GraphQL query to run the pipeline. If the build fails, Cline checks the error output, makes the required code adjustments in VS Code, and triggers `query_current_module` to re-verify the setup. You get an autonomous loop that doesn't stop until the pipeline passes.

Manage files and remote sources dynamically.

Use the MCP Server to run `query_directory` so Cline can set up clean, temporary directories for build artifacts without cluttering your main workspace. Cline can then use `query_git` to clone dependent repositories and build them side-by-side with your project. To fetch external dependencies or configurations, Cline triggers `query_http` to download files directly into the active build environment. It manages your local assets and remote dependencies dynamically, keeping your workspace clean.

Setup guide

Set up Dagger (Programmable CI) MCP in Cline

Prerequisites

VS Code with Cline extension installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Cline MCP settings

Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
2

Add a remote server

Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type dagger-programmable-ci-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable the server

After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
4

Start using tools

Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Dagger (Programmable CI) refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dagger-programmable-ci-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Dagger (Programmable CI) MCP in Cline

Yes, Cline uses `query_container` to run tests in an isolated sandbox. It writes your code, spins up the container, runs the verification suite, and reads the results without requiring manual steps.

Cline uses the `query_secret` tool to reference environment variables or local files. This keeps your sensitive credentials, like registry passwords or API keys, safely inside the Dagger engine rather than hardcoding them in files.

Open the Cline sidebar, click the MCP icon, and add the server URL under the Remote Servers tab. Alternatively, you can edit your local `cline_mcp_settings.json` file to register the server.

Yes, Cline invokes the `query_cache_volume` tool to create persistent volumes for package managers. This avoids downloading dependencies from scratch on every run, keeping your feedback loop fast.

All container IDs, directories, and GraphQL queries are processed locally by your Dagger Engine. This server acts as a bridge, meaning your proprietary source code and build artifacts remain on your machine and are never sent to third-party endpoints.

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