How to Use the NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) MCP in Windsurf

Q: How does Windsurf search NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) for new leads?

Windsurf uses searchopportunities to query the entire database for relevant grants. You just define the criteria in the chat, and the agent executes the search across all available endpoints.

Q: Can Windsurf map NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) taxonomies for my Windsurf workspace?

Yes. The agent retrieves the full hierarchy via gettaxonomytree and maps it to your project files. It organizes the data so you can see exactly where your tech stack fits into the broader aerospace mission.

Q: How do I update the NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) data in Windsurf?

Just ask the agent to refresh the context. It uses getnonce to reset your session and pulls the latest updates from the server, ensuring you are always working with current budget and project status information.

Windsurf connects your IDE directly to NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) data to automate your aerospace R&D research.

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Autonomous R&D Pipeline Discovery

Cascade uses `list_projects` and `get_project` to map out active technology development timelines. It builds the context for you by pulling live data from the agency's portfolio. Once the scope is clear, it links `get_taxonomy_tree` to identify where your current R&D efforts align with federal goals. You get a clear view of the research landscape without manual searching.

Automated Funding Opportunity Tracking

The agent monitors `list_opportunities` to alert you when new grant vehicles emerge that match your specific technical focus. It pulls the details using `get_opportunity` so you can assess relevance immediately. It handles the heavy lifting by filtering through `search_opportunities` based on your project parameters. You stay ahead of deadlines while the IDE manages the data retrieval.

Predictive Taxonomy Analysis

Windsurf runs `predict_trex` on your internal project descriptions to suggest the most accurate taxonomy nodes. This ensures your documentation matches the terminology used in official federal reporting. It also uses `search_object_advanced` to cross-reference your findings against existing NASA initiatives. The agent does the legwork to ensure your development strategy remains grounded in real-world data.

Setup guide

Set up NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) 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 NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) 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 NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nasa-techport-technology-projects-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about NASA TechPort (Technology Projects) MCP in Windsurf

Windsurf uses `search_opportunities` to query the entire database for relevant grants. You just define the criteria in the chat, and the agent executes the search across all available endpoints.

Yes. The agent retrieves the full hierarchy via `get_taxonomy_tree` and maps it to your project files. It organizes the data so you can see exactly where your tech stack fits into the broader aerospace mission.

No. Cascade identifies the project IDs from your queries and automatically calls `get_project` to fetch the necessary specs. It handles the API interactions behind the scenes while you focus on the code.

Your data remains local to your Windsurf environment. The server only communicates with the public API for NASA project information, and no internal research data is ever transmitted to external parties.

Just ask the agent to refresh the context. It uses `get_nonce` to reset your session and pulls the latest updates from the server, ensuring you are always working with current budget and project status information.

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