How to Use the GitScrum Tasks MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I share GitScrum Tasks settings in VS Code?

Commit the mcp.json file to your repository's .vscode folder. This makes the GitScrum Tasks tools available to every developer on your team automatically.

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Connect GitScrum Tasks MCP to VS Code Copilot

Create your Vinkius account to connect GitScrum Tasks to VS Code Copilot 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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Standardize task workflows across your team

Commit your `mcp.json` file to the repository to ensure every developer has access to the same tools. This ensures your team uses `create_task_type` consistently to categorize work. It removes the friction of manual setup for new team members. Everyone gets the same MCP Server access the moment they open the project.

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Use `list_tasks` with specific sprint filters to keep the team focused on the current cycle. Your agent can summarize these tasks directly in the Copilot Chat window. Move tasks between projects using `move_task_to_project` when priorities shift. It keeps your board organized without requiring a web browser.

Real-time task tracking for engineering teams

Toggle subtask completion with `toggle_checklist_item` as you tick off acceptance criteria. Your agent ensures these updates reflect in the central project management system immediately. Use `list_subtasks` to get a breakdown of a complex feature. It gives your agent the context needed to suggest better implementation strategies.

Setup guide

Set up GitScrum Tasks 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 GitScrum Tasks 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 GitScrum Tasks tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent GitScrum Tasks transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/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 VS Code Copilot

Commit the `mcp.json` file to your repository's `.vscode` folder. This makes the GitScrum Tasks tools available to every developer on your team automatically.

Yes. Once configured, your agent can manage tasks for the whole team. It can assign members using `assign_member` or update statuses during code reviews.

The server uses individual endpoint tokens to ensure secure access. It is designed for team-wide use while maintaining strict control over API interactions.

It does. You can ask your agent to show tasks by status or label using the `list_tasks` tool. It provides a quick way to see what's blocked or ready for review.

The agent sees task descriptions, effort levels, and assignment data. All interaction is scoped to the tasks you manage through the provided tools.

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