How to Use the Troops MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I check candidate details in Troops using Claude Code?

Run a simple command invoking the getcandidate tool. The server pipes all the required applicant data directly to your standard output stream.

Q: Can I list job offers with Troops using Claude Code?

Yes, you can pipe a request to execute listjobs. You'll get structured JSON output detailing every active or pending opening. It’s perfect for scripting.

Q: Does Claude Code support submitting time sheets with Troops?

It does. Use the dedicated submittimesheet tool in a script; it'll handle the submission and return a status code, ideal for CI/CD pipelines.

Q: If I need to create a job offer, can Troops do it with Claude Code?

You absolutely can. Just run the command that executes createjob. The output gives you a unique ID for the new opening, which you can then use in subsequent steps.

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Run Full Candidate Lifecycles on the MCP Server

Set up a scheduled job that runs `create_candidate` to register new hires. Next, it can execute `create_job` for their department's needs. The whole pipeline is repeatable via command line.

Manage Contracts and Timesheets via Troops MCP Server

You can automate contract generation using `generate_contract`, then trigger the signing process with `sign_contract`. It’s perfect for cron jobs that need to finalize agreements.

List and Get Candidate Data in Claude Code

Write a script that calls `list_jobs` to get all current openings. From those IDs, you can then pull the specific details of any applicant using `get_candidate`. Pure CLI output.

Setup guide

Set up Troops 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 troops-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

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

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

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Common questions about Troops MCP in Claude Code

Run a simple command invoking the `get_candidate` tool. The server pipes all the required applicant data directly to your standard output stream.

Yes, you can pipe a request to execute `list_jobs`. You'll get structured JSON output detailing every active or pending opening. It’s perfect for scripting.

It does. Use the dedicated `submit_timesheet` tool in a script; it'll handle the submission and return a status code, ideal for CI/CD pipelines.

This server touches candidate details and timesheet information. It handles personal identifiers when creating records via `create_candidate` or submitting work hours.

You absolutely can. Just run the command that executes `create_job`. The output gives you a unique ID for the new opening, which you can then use in subsequent steps.

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