Picktime MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Picktime as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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# Your Vinkius token — get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add picktime --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Picktime MCP Server
Connect your Picktime organization account to your AI agent and turn complex scheduling and availability management into a simple chat conversation.
Claude Code registers Picktime as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Picktime data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Space & Resources — Easily retrieve structural logistics utilizing
list_locationsand inspect the service portfolio actively usinglist_services. - Staff Management — Gather team rosters through
list_staffto orchestrate proper assignment mappings for upcoming reservations. - Booking Operations — Execute deep audits with
list_bookings, review detailed entries (get_booking_details), and cleanly back out utilizingcancel_booking. - Availability Mapping — Audit live calendar empty spots using
get_availabilityor check structured slots vialist_classesfor seamless planning.
The Picktime MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Picktime to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Picktime MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Picktime
Ask Claude: "Using Picktime, show me..." — 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Picktime MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Picktime through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Picktime tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Picktime + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Picktime MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Picktime tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Picktime nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Picktime outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Picktime status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Picktime MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Picktime to Claude Code via MCP:
cancel_booking
Cancel a Picktime booking with a reason. The customer receives a cancellation notification and the time slot becomes available again for new bookings
get_availability
Get available booking time slots for a specific Picktime service on a given date. Returns free windows considering staff schedules, existing bookings, and buffer times. Essential for building custom booking flows
get_booking_details
Get full details of a specific Picktime booking including customer contact info, service booked, staff assigned, start/end times, payment status, and any customer notes
get_location
Used to resolve workspace boundaries before hitting schedules. Get detailed configuration for a specific Picktime location by ID. Returns location name, address, timezone, working hours, booking URL, and linked calendar/payment integrations
get_service_details
Get detailed configuration for a specific Picktime service. Returns name, duration, price, description, staff assignments, booking limits, and cancellation policy
list_bookings
List all bookings for a Picktime location with optional date filter. Returns customer names, booked services, staff assignments, times, statuses, and payment info. Essential for schedule management
list_classes
List all group classes configured for a Picktime location. Classes are multi-attendee bookings with capacity limits — yoga sessions, workshops, group trainings
list_locations
List all business locations configured in Picktime. Each location operates independently with its own services, staff, working hours, and booking pages. Multi-location businesses manage branches separately
list_services
List all bookable services for a Picktime location. Returns service names, durations, prices, descriptions, assigned staff, and buffer times. Services define what customers can book
list_staff
List all staff members at a Picktime location. Returns staff names, emails, roles, assigned services, working hours, and active status. Staff availability determines bookable time slots
Example Prompts for Picktime in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Picktime immediately.
"Find all of our active clinic locations in the Picktime registry."
"Cancel the booking record identified as BK123456."
"Can you check the availability data for 'Hair Styling' next Monday?"
Troubleshooting Picktime MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Picktime to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Picktime + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Picktime MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Picktime with your favorite client
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Connect Picktime to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.