How to Use the GorillaDesk MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the GorillaDesk server to Claude Code?

Run the command claude mcp add --transport http gorilladesk -- in your terminal. All transport flags must precede the server name to ensure correct registration.

Q: Can I use Claude Code to pipe customer data into other CLI tools?

Yes, you can pipe outputs from tools like listcustomers directly to local utilities. This allows you to format and filter records using standard Unix commands.

Q: How does Claude Code handle GorillaDesk job updates in headless environments?

The CLI execution environment runs getjob to fetch active task details and processes updates via standard input. This enables headless scripting in your CI/CD pipelines or automated cron setups.

Pipe field service data, schedule jobs, and query invoices directly from your terminal with Claude Code.

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Pipe terminal outputs to schedule GorillaDesk jobs

`list_jobs` outputs active field schedules directly to your standard output. You can pipe this data via this MCP tool into terminal utilities like grep or jq to filter work orders by technician or date. This command-line approach lets you write shell scripts that trigger automatic notifications based on scheduled jobs. No heavy web interfaces or slow dashboard loading required.

Automate client onboarding from the CLI using this MCP Server

`create_customer` provisions new client profiles directly from terminal commands or shell scripts. You can feed JSON payloads directly into the CLI tool to register names, addresses, and contacts. `update_customer` handles immediate edits when customer details change. This headless execution model is perfect for cron jobs that sync your CRM database with your field operations.

Query billing records and technician lists

`list_invoices` checks payment statuses directly from your terminal prompt. You can quickly audit outstanding balances without opening a browser or clicking through administrative panels. `list_users` lists active technicians so you can check who is on duty before assigning tasks. Running these queries directly from your shell keeps your operational workflows fast and scriptable.

Setup guide

Set up GorillaDesk MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see gorilladesk-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest GorillaDesk transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available GorillaDesk tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http gorilladesk-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the GorillaDesk MCP

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

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

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

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Common questions about GorillaDesk MCP in Claude Code

Run the command `claude mcp add --transport http gorilladesk -- ` in your terminal. All transport flags must precede the server name to ensure correct registration.

Yes, you can pipe outputs from tools like `list_customers` directly to local utilities. This allows you to format and filter records using standard Unix commands.

The CLI execution environment runs `get_job` to fetch active task details and processes updates via standard input. This enables headless scripting in your CI/CD pipelines or automated cron setups.

This MCP Server supports stdio, http, and sse transport protocols. You can configure these settings inside your local MCP configuration file.

Your technician rosters and notes are secured through ephemeral V8 container isolation on Vinkius. Authentication tokens are managed centrally, so raw credentials never leak into your terminal history or local shell logs.

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