How to Use the Workload MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How does Workload help me manage automation status in VS Code Copilot?

You can use the checkworkloadstatus tool, which reports the current operational state of your defined workflows. This information is used by Copilot Chat to give accurate coding suggestions based on system readiness.

Q: What data types does the Workload MCP Server provide when listing connections in VS Code Copilot?

The server exposes connection details via listconnections. This includes service identifiers and status flags, which are critical for writing code that validates external dependencies.

Q: Can I use Workload to list all available automation blueprints in VS Code Copilot?

Yes. Calling listworkflows retrieves the full inventory of automations defined for your project, allowing developers to reference them correctly in their code.

Q: If my shared workflow fails a test case, how do I debug it using Workload in VS Code Copilot?

You use listlogs with the specific execution ID. The agent pulls those logs into your file, letting you and your teammates analyze the failure point together.

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Team-Managed Workflow Creation via MCP Server

When you commit the `mcp.json` config, every developer gets access to workflow tools. You can use `create_workflow` in your code and rely on Copilot Chat to suggest syntax for defining new automations that connect different services. The team can also manage lifecycle by having the AI call `enable_workflow` or `disable_workflow`, ensuring everyone works with the correct, active automation set.

Debugging Shared Automation Logic

Copilot Chat helps you troubleshoot shared code that interacts with workflows. You can ask it to list all past runs using `list_executions` and then retrieve detailed errors by calling `get_execution`. This keeps debugging consistent across the whole team. If a build fails, the agent recommends using `retry_execution`, making sure everyone follows the same recovery process.

Comprehensive View of Automation Resources

The MCP Server lets Copilot Chat pull all necessary resource information. You can list every available workflow with `list_workflows` or check if a specific automation is active by calling `check_workload_status`. This keeps the entire team on the same page regarding system capability. The tool also provides `list_connections`, so you always know which external services your code needs to talk to.

Setup guide

Set up Workload MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Workload MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Workload tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Workload transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "workload-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Workload MCP in VS Code Copilot

You can use the `check_workload_status` tool, which reports the current operational state of your defined workflows. This information is used by Copilot Chat to give accurate coding suggestions based on system readiness.

The server exposes connection details via `list_connections`. This includes service identifiers and status flags, which are critical for writing code that validates external dependencies.

Yes. Calling `list_workflows` retrieves the full inventory of automations defined for your project, allowing developers to reference them correctly in their code.

You use `list_logs` with the specific execution ID. The agent pulls those logs into your file, letting you and your teammates analyze the failure point together.

The server provides structured metadata about the automation flow using `get_workflow`. This includes input/output schemas, which are essential for writing accurate type-safe code.

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