How to Use the GitScrum Tasks MCP in Claude

Q: How do I sync GitScrum Tasks with Claude Desktop?

Add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you restart the app, your AI client will automatically detect the tools and display the hammer icon.

Q: Can GitScrum Tasks help me manage my day in Claude Desktop?

Yes. You can use the mytodaytasks tool to pull your current queue directly into the chat. It gives you a clear list of what needs your attention immediately.

Q: Does Claude Desktop support filtering with this MCP Server?

It does. You can use listtasks with various status and user filters to pinpoint exactly what you need to see. The agent parses these filters to return only the relevant items.

Push GitScrum Tasks data directly into Claude Desktop for real-time project management and automated sprint tracking.

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Create your Vinkius account to connect GitScrum Tasks to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Manage tasks from the Claude Desktop interface

Use `create_task` and `update_task` to keep your project board current without leaving the chat. Your AI client handles the heavy lifting by mapping your natural language requests to specific status updates. Everything stays synced with your existing project structure. You can reference specific items with `get_task_by_code` to pull in details before you start writing code.

Automate subtask and checklist generation

Break down large requirements using `link_subtask` to maintain a clear hierarchy. This MCP Server allows your agent to construct complex workflows that keep the team aligned on deliverables. Populate your daily requirements with `create_checklist_item` to ensure no acceptance criteria get missed. It turns a vague idea into a tracked piece of work in seconds.

Sync team communications within your agent

Add context to your project history using `create_comment` to share updates or feedback. Your AI client can read these logs via `list_comments` to understand why a task moved to done. Keep your documentation honest by removing outdated notes with `delete_comment`. It keeps the task history clean and focused on what actually matters to the project.

Setup guide

Set up GitScrum Tasks MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The GitScrum Tasks MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the GitScrum Tasks MCP configuration

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

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under gitscrum-tasks-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about GitScrum Tasks MCP in Claude Desktop

Add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once you restart the app, your AI client will automatically detect the tools and display the hammer icon.

Yes. You can use the `my_today_tasks` tool to pull your current queue directly into the chat. It gives you a clear list of what needs your attention immediately.

The server uses your provided endpoint token to authenticate requests. Your task metadata and project comments never leave the secure connection between the agent and the GitScrum API.

It does. You can use `list_tasks` with various status and user filters to pinpoint exactly what you need to see. The agent parses these filters to return only the relevant items.

The agent interacts with task titles, descriptions, status flags, and comment threads. This sensitive project information is handled only through the tools you explicitly permit.

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