How to Use the Firefish MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline write code using my live Firefish candidate data?

Yes, Cline can use listcandidates to fetch real data and write scripts to analyze candidate trends. It builds, runs, and tests the code directly within your VS Code environment.

Q: How does Cline handle job advert listings from Firefish?

Cline uses the listadverts tool to retrieve active job postings. It can then analyze these adverts to suggest SEO optimizations or generate social media posts based on the job details.

Q: Can I update job records directly using Cline?

You can retrieve details using getjob and use Cline to draft modifications. While this server focuses on retrieval and candidate creation, Cline can prepare the exact data payloads you need.

Give Cline full access to your Firefish recruitment data to build custom dashboards and automate candidate tracking in VS Code.

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Build live recruitment dashboards with Cline

The `list_candidates` tool feeds live CRM data directly to Cline so it can build local React or Vue tracking boards on the fly. You don't have to copy-paste candidate profiles into your code anymore. Cline uses this data along with `list_placements` to render real-time pipeline charts inside your editor. It writes the components, styles them, and hooks up the real API endpoints without manual coding.

Automate candidate sourcing via Cline MCP Server

The `create_candidate` tool allows Cline to parse raw resumes from your workspace and inject them straight into your CRM. You can point Cline to a folder of PDFs and let it handle the extraction and creation. After creation, Cline runs `get_candidate` to verify that all custom fields and contact details were mapped correctly. This removes the manual data entry bottleneck from your daily sourcing loop.

Fetch company and contact details instantly

The `get_company` tool retrieves organization structures and hiring histories directly into your active VS Code workspace. Cline uses this context to draft highly personalized client communications using this custom MCP connection. When you need to reach out, Cline calls `get_contact` to pull email addresses and phone numbers. You get immediate access to key decision-makers without opening a browser tab.

Setup guide

Set up Firefish 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 firefish-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 Firefish refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

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

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Common questions about Firefish MCP in Cline

Open the Cline sidebar and click the MCP Servers icon. Go to the Marketplace tab for a quick install, or edit your `cline_mcp_settings.json` file to add the server configuration manually.

Yes, Cline can use `list_candidates` to fetch real data and write scripts to analyze candidate trends. It builds, runs, and tests the code directly within your VS Code environment.

Cline uses the `list_adverts` tool to retrieve active job postings. It can then analyze these adverts to suggest SEO optimizations or generate social media posts based on the job details.

You can retrieve details using `get_job` and use Cline to draft modifications. While this server focuses on retrieval and candidate creation, Cline can prepare the exact data payloads you need.

Your contact details and job specifications are protected by Vinkius's zero-trust infrastructure. All API communication is encrypted, ensuring your proprietary client contacts and internal job requirements stay private.

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