How to Use the Factored Quality MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do we share the Factored Quality configuration in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file to configure the MCP Server and commit it to your repository. Every developer on your team using VS Code Copilot will instantly get access to the quality control tools.

Q: Can I verify my Factored Quality API credentials using VS Code Copilot?

Yes, you can. The getme tool lets you check your active API profile, ensuring your VS Code Copilot environment is authenticated correctly with the Factored Quality server.

Q: How does Factored Quality handle supplier directories inside VS Code Copilot?

It uses listsuppliers to fetch your complete manufacturer index and getsupplier for deep-dives. VS Code Copilot reads these details to help you build custom internal portals.

Q: Where does my lab test and audit data go?

Your proprietary data, including getlabtest records and factory getaudit details, remains fully secure. VS Code Copilot routes requests directly to the Factored Quality API endpoint, ensuring your supply chain logs never touch unauthorized cloud environments.

Share quality control tools across your team and track factory audits directly inside VS Code Copilot.

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Inspect factory audits inside VS Code Copilot

The `list_audits` tool gives your entire engineering team access to factory compliance records inside their shared workspace. You can quickly inspect passing rates across all manufacturing locations. When a compliance issue blocks a shipment, `get_audit` pulls the granular details of that specific factory inspection. Your team can debug supply chain bottlenecks without leaving VS Code.

Track lab tests with this MCP Server

The `list_lab_tests` tool displays chemical and physical test results right next to your codebase. Developers can verify that their internal tracking systems are parsing test data correctly. Using `get_lab_test`, your team can inspect individual test failures. This allows VS Code Copilot to help you write accurate exception-handling logic for failed batches.

Manage active quality bookings directly

The `list_bookings` tool lists all scheduled inspections so your team can monitor current QC operations. This keeps your logistics dashboard synchronized with real-world factory schedules. If you need to schedule a new run, `create_booking` registers the inspection instantly. Your agent tracks the booking status using `get_booking` to update your internal databases.

Setup guide

Set up Factored Quality MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Factored Quality MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Factored Quality tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Factored Quality transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Factored Quality MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file to configure the MCP Server and commit it to your repository. Every developer on your team using VS Code Copilot will instantly get access to the quality control tools.

Yes, you can. The `get_me` tool lets you check your active API profile, ensuring your VS Code Copilot environment is authenticated correctly with the Factored Quality server.

It uses `list_suppliers` to fetch your complete manufacturer index and `get_supplier` for deep-dives. VS Code Copilot reads these details to help you build custom internal portals.

No, configuring the MCP Server in your shared workspace settings handles the installation for everyone. VS Code Copilot runs the server automatically when developers open the project.

Your proprietary data, including `get_lab_test` records and factory `get_audit` details, remains fully secure. VS Code Copilot routes requests directly to the Factored Quality API endpoint, ensuring your supply chain logs never touch unauthorized cloud environments.

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