How to Use the HackEDU (Security Journey) MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I share the HackEDU (Security Journey) MCP server configuration with my team in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your repository and commit it to Git. Every developer on your team will automatically get access to the tools when they open the workspace.

Q: Can VS Code Copilot pull user profiles from HackEDU (Security Journey)?

Yes, the getuser tool retrieves detailed profile information for any developer. This helps you audit permissions and training histories directly from your editor.

Q: How do I check if my team is compliant using VS Code Copilot with HackEDU (Security Journey)?

Run getteamprogress to see training metrics for specific groups. Copilot can format these metrics into a clean markdown table so you can quickly identify who needs reminder notifications.

Q: Can I browse the entire training catalog from the editor?

Use listcontent to view all available modules and lessons. You can ask Copilot to search this catalog and recommend specific training paths for new hires.

Sync HackEDU (Security Journey) training requirements and vulnerability tracking directly within VS Code Copilot.

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Manage team security training in VS Code Copilot

`list_users` pulls your entire roster of developers into the chat environment. VS Code Copilot uses this MCP data to assign targeted training modules or check who has completed their assigned lessons. This removes the friction of managing training platforms. You can coordinate your team's security requirements directly from the same panel where you review their code.

Sync external vulnerability issues via MCP Server

`list_issues` retrieves vulnerability findings synced from external bug bounty programs and security tools. The server displays these issues in your editor, allowing Copilot to analyze the specific code paths that caused them. Once analyzed, the agent can recommend adaptive training paths to prevent similar bugs. This connects your production security alerts directly to your developer training flow.

Generate adaptive training plans on the fly

`list_adaptive_training_plans` extracts custom training tracks created from your production security findings. The MCP Server allows your AI agent to match current codebase weaknesses to tailored learning paths. Copilot uses this to suggest relevant lessons to developers working on sensitive modules. You ensure your team gets the exact training they need, right when they are touching the vulnerable code.

Setup guide

Set up HackEDU (Security Journey) 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 HackEDU (Security Journey) 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 HackEDU (Security Journey) tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent HackEDU (Security Journey) transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about HackEDU (Security Journey) MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file in your repository and commit it to Git. Every developer on your team will automatically get access to the tools when they open the workspace.

Yes, the `get_user` tool retrieves detailed profile information for any developer. This helps you audit permissions and training histories directly from your editor.

Run `get_team_progress` to see training metrics for specific groups. Copilot can format these metrics into a clean markdown table so you can quickly identify who needs reminder notifications.

Use `list_content` to view all available modules and lessons. You can ask Copilot to search this catalog and recommend specific training paths for new hires.

The MCP Server runs in a zero-trust, ephemeral V8 sandbox that handles authentication securely. Your vulnerability findings, progress metrics, and user rosters are transmitted over encrypted channels directly to the API, keeping your compliance data isolated.

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