How to Use the MeisterTask MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I install the MeisterTask MCP Server in Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http meistertask-mcp -- in your terminal. Ensure all transport and header flags are placed before the server name, then verify the installation using claude mcp list.

Q: Can Claude Code list all my MeisterTask projects?

Yes, Claude Code executes the listtaskprojects tool to output a complete list of your available boards. You can use this to quickly find project IDs for your shell scripts.

Q: How does Claude Code modify task details in MeisterTask?

Claude Code uses the updatetaskinfo tool to change task titles, descriptions, or assignees. You can pass the modifications as plain text commands, and the CLI agent will execute the API call.

Q: Can I fetch task comments using Claude Code?

Yes, you can run the listtaskcomments tool through Claude Code to print the comment history of any task directly to stdout. This is useful for logging task activity in CI/CD pipelines.

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Terminal-driven task queries

The `search_tasks_by_query` tool lets you search your MeisterTask boards directly from your command-line interface. You can pipe the search results into other terminal utilities, grep for specific strings, or let Claude Code parse the JSON output. This tool allows backend developers and SREs to check the status of production tickets without opening a browser. Claude Code runs the query, grabs the details with `get_task_details`, and displays the status right in your active terminal session.

Automated pipeline task creation

The `create_new_task` tool enables Claude Code to generate tasks automatically during CI/CD runs, cron jobs, or shell scripts. If a deployment fails or a test suite breaks, you can trigger a command that creates a ticket on your board instantly. By using `list_project_sections`, Claude Code can target the exact "Bugs" or "Triaging" column on your board. This keeps your team alerted to infrastructure issues without requiring any manual ticket entry.

Scriptable board cleanup via MCP Server

The `remove_task` tool allows Claude Code to delete stale tasks or clean up testing boards using simple shell commands. You can script batch deletions or let the agent identify and remove duplicate entries based on custom logic. It uses `list_section_tasks` to pull the active cards from a specific column, filters them, and executes the cleanup. This is ideal for automated maintenance scripts that keep your project boards clean and organized.

Setup guide

Set up MeisterTask 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 meistertask-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

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

Terminal

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

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Common questions about MeisterTask MCP in Claude Code

Run `claude mcp add --transport http meistertask-mcp -- ` in your terminal. Ensure all transport and header flags are placed before the server name, then verify the installation using `claude mcp list`.

Yes, Claude Code executes the `list_task_projects` tool to output a complete list of your available boards. You can use this to quickly find project IDs for your shell scripts.

Claude Code uses the `update_task_info` tool to change task titles, descriptions, or assignees. You can pass the modifications as plain text commands, and the CLI agent will execute the API call.

Yes, you can run the `list_task_comments` tool through Claude Code to print the comment history of any task directly to stdout. This is useful for logging task activity in CI/CD pipelines.

Yes, all communication with your board data, tasks, and project files is shielded by Vinkius's zero-trust gateway. Your credentials are encrypted and never exposed to the terminal environment or stored in local command history.

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