How to Use the LinearB MCP in Claude Code

Q: Can I use LinearB to script incident reports in Claude Code?

Yes. You can write a small bash script that calls recordnewincident via the tool interface when your tests fail in a terminal session.

Q: Does Claude Code support listing repositories?

Yes, use listconnectedrepos to see every repository currently active. It returns a clean list you can pipe to other terminal tools.

Q: What is the best way to monitor DORA metrics in Claude Code?

Use querysoftwaremetrics with your specific time range parameters. It delivers the data back to your terminal so you can analyze it on the fly.

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Claude Code automates event logging

Pipe the output of your CI/CD scripts directly into the server tools. Using `record_new_deployment` or `record_new_incident` from the terminal ensures your metrics match your actual build output. You eliminate the need for custom API clients. Claude Code handles the communication while you focus on the command line flow.

Query metrics via terminal commands

Access your delivery metrics without leaving your shell. Execute `query_software_metrics` to retrieve data for your next status report or team sync. You get immediate, raw access to the data. It's built for engineers who prefer working with structured output in their terminal session.

Sync team data in headless mode

Use `list_engineering_teams` and `list_connected_repos` as part of your automated maintenance tasks. These tools provide the necessary metadata for your cron jobs. This setup allows for consistent auditing. You keep your documentation up to date by running these queries as part of your standard terminal workflow.

Setup guide

Set up LinearB 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 linearb-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

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

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http linearb-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 LinearB 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": {
    "linearb-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about LinearB MCP in Claude Code

Run the add command in your terminal with the server URL. Once connected, Claude Code lists the tools and lets you run them from the command line.

Yes. You can write a small bash script that calls `record_new_incident` via the tool interface when your tests fail in a terminal session.

Claude Code executes the tools in your local environment. It sends the data directly to the API, ensuring your information stays within your control.

Yes, use `list_connected_repos` to see every repository currently active. It returns a clean list you can pipe to other terminal tools.

Use `query_software_metrics` with your specific time range parameters. It delivers the data back to your terminal so you can analyze it on the fly.

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