Gitpod MCP Server for CursorGive Cursor instant access to 26 tools to Create And Start Workspace, Create Configuration, Create Environment Variable, and more

Name: Gitpod
Price: 29 USD
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Rating: 4.9 (1 reviews)
Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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The Gitpod MCP Server for Cursor is a standout in the Loved By Devs category — giving your AI agent 26 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.

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Classic Setup·json

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

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About Gitpod MCP Server

Connect your Gitpod account to any AI agent to orchestrate your cloud development lifecycle through natural language.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Gitpod into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Gitpod and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 26 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Workspace Lifecycle — Create, start, stop, and delete workspaces using repository URLs or specific context IDs.
Organization Management — List, create, and inspect organizations and their members to manage team access.
Configuration & Env Vars — Manage workspace configurations and environment variables for consistent development setups.
Audit & Sessions — Track workspace sessions and audit logs to monitor activity within your organizations.

The Gitpod MCP Server exposes 26 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 26 Gitpod tools available for Cursor

When Cursor connects to Gitpod through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning cloud-ide, development-environments, automation, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

create

Create and start workspace on Gitpod

Create and start a new Gitpod workspace

create

Create configuration on Gitpod

Create a new repository configuration in Gitpod

create

Create environment variable on Gitpod

Create an environment variable for a repository configuration

create

Create organization on Gitpod

Create a new Gitpod organization

delete

Delete configuration on Gitpod

Delete a repository configuration

delete

Delete environment variable on Gitpod

Delete an environment variable

delete

Delete organization on Gitpod

Delete a Gitpod organization

delete

Delete workspace on Gitpod

Delete a Gitpod workspace

get

Get configuration on Gitpod

Get details for a specific repository configuration

get

Get organization on Gitpod

Get details for a specific Gitpod organization

get

Get organization settings on Gitpod

Get settings for a Gitpod organization

get

Get workspace on Gitpod

Get details for a specific Gitpod workspace

join

Join organization on Gitpod

Join a Gitpod organization using an invitation ID

list

List audit logs on Gitpod

List audit logs for an organization (Enterprise Only)

list

List configurations on Gitpod

List repository configurations in an organization

list

List environment variables on Gitpod

List environment variables for a repository configuration

list

List organization members on Gitpod

List members of a Gitpod organization

list

List organizations on Gitpod

List all Gitpod organizations for the authenticated user

list

List workspace sessions on Gitpod

List workspace sessions (start/stop events) in an organization

list

List workspaces on Gitpod

List workspaces in an organization

remove

Remove organization member on Gitpod

Remove a member from a Gitpod organization

start

Start workspace on Gitpod

Start an existing Gitpod workspace

stop

Stop workspace on Gitpod

Stop a running Gitpod workspace

update

Update configuration on Gitpod

Update a repository configuration

update

Update organization member on Gitpod

Update a member role in a Gitpod organization

update

Update organization settings on Gitpod

Update settings for a Gitpod organization

Connect Gitpod to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Gitpod into Cursor. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Gitpod

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Gitpod, help me...". 26 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Gitpod MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Gitpod through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Gitpod + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Gitpod MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Example Prompts for Gitpod in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Gitpod immediately.

"List all my Gitpod organizations."

"Create and start a workspace for https://github.com/gitpod-io/gitpod."

"Stop the workspace with ID 'ws-abc-123'."

Troubleshooting Gitpod MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Gitpod to Cursor through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Gitpod + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Gitpod MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.

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