How to Use the Guru MCP in Windsurf

Q: How does Windsurf Cascade use Guru to write code?

Cascade runs searchknowledgebase to find technical specs before it writes a single line of code. It reads the card contents, plans the files it needs to modify, and executes the changes based on your actual wiki guidelines.

Q: Can I update Guru cards directly from my Windsurf terminal?

Yes. Cascade uses updateknowledgecard to modify existing cards when you tell it your codebase structure has changed. This keeps your team wiki in sync with your actual code.

Q: Can I use this MCP integration to manage collections?

Yes. The agent can call getcollectiondetails to read metadata and understand the structure of your workspaces. This helps it place new cards in the correct folders.

Feed your Windsurf Cascade agent live wiki cards so it can write code with actual context.

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Cascade builds context from your wiki

Stop copying wiki articles into your chat window. When you ask Cascade to write a feature, it uses `search_knowledge_base` to pull the exact specs directly from your Guru cards. It reads the requirements, maps the logic, and starts coding without you lifting a finger. If things look out of date, the agent doesn't just complain. It runs `update_knowledge_card` to fix stale documentation right inside your workspace. You get accurate code and fresh documentation at the exact same time.

Auto-map boards using Windsurf MCP Server

Cascade needs to know where your team keeps its architecture designs. This MCP Server lets the agent run `list_knowledge_boards` to find the exact boards handling your engineering guidelines. It matches your current workspace files against existing collections to find where your code patterns live. Once it locates the right board, it uses `get_card_details` to extract the code standards. It then applies those exact rules to your open files, keeping your codebase aligned with team standards.

Keep team access in sync

When onboarding new developers, Cascade can audit who has eyes on what. The agent invokes `list_access_groups` to check permissions against your active Windsurf workspace members. It flags any gaps so you don't accidentally share sensitive API keys or internal designs. By using `list_workspace_members`, your agent builds a clear map of who owns which documentation board. It can even suggest the right reviewer for your pull requests based on who wrote the corresponding Guru card.

Setup guide

Set up Guru MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the Guru 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

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Guru payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Guru tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about Guru MCP in Windsurf

Cascade runs `search_knowledge_base` to find technical specs before it writes a single line of code. It reads the card contents, plans the files it needs to modify, and executes the changes based on your actual wiki guidelines.

Yes. Cascade uses `update_knowledge_card` to modify existing cards when you tell it your codebase structure has changed. This keeps your team wiki in sync with your actual code.

It does. Once you add the server to your Windsurf configuration, Cascade automatically registers all 12 tools and knows exactly when to call them during a chat session.

Yes. The agent can call `get_collection_details` to read metadata and understand the structure of your workspaces. This helps it place new cards in the correct folders.

Your knowledge cards and wiki data never pass through third-party servers. Vinkius runs this server inside an isolated, zero-trust sandbox where all communication happens over a secure, ephemeral tunnel directly to the Guru API.

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