How to Use the zipperHQ MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I use zipperHQ data in my project with VS Code Copilot?

You set up the connection via .vscode/mcp.json. When you switch Copilot Chat to Agent mode, it automatically calls tools like listcontacts, allowing your team to build features using live ZipperHQ context.

Q: What kind of reporting can I do with zipperHQ using VS Code Copilot?

You pull metrics using the getvideoanalytics tool. This gives developers the ability to create reliable, data-driven reports directly inside their coding environment.

Q: Can my team access contact lists with zipperHQ in VS Code Copilot?

Absolutely. The listcontacts function is available via the MCP Server configuration. It lets every developer pull a current list of all video recipients into their project context.

Q: Is the MCP Server scalable for large teams using VS Code Copilot?

Yes, because you commit the mcp.json file to the repository, every developer gets the exact same configuration and tool access automatically, ensuring consistency across the entire team.

Q: What types of data does this zipperHQ MCP Server access regarding privacy?

This server accesses contact lists (listcontacts), video analytics, and account details via getaccount. It handles communication metadata related to your recipients and activity.

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Verify System Status for the Team

Need to confirm if the communication platform is up? The `check_zipper_status` tool provides a clear yes/no answer. Your entire engineering team can rely on this single point of truth. Commit the config, and every developer instantly has access to verify API connectivity using the MCP Server.

Manage Communications History

To view all recorded materials, use `list_recordings`. The team can build features around these historical assets. It’s easy to track what was sent and when. Want to find a specific video? Commit the search logic using `search_videos`, letting developers quickly pull up relevant content without leaving VS Code.

Analyze Video Performance Across Projects

Develop full reporting features by utilizing `get_video_analytics`. This tool lets your team calculate ROI or engagement scores for specific videos. Furthermore, the `get_contact_views` method allows developers to build dashboards that show who watched what, tying usage directly to recipients.

Setup guide

Set up zipperHQ 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 zipperHQ 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 zipperHQ tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent zipperHQ transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about zipperHQ MCP in VS Code Copilot

You set up the connection via `.vscode/mcp.json`. When you switch Copilot Chat to Agent mode, it automatically calls tools like `list_contacts`, allowing your team to build features using live ZipperHQ context.

You pull metrics using the `get_video_analytics` tool. This gives developers the ability to create reliable, data-driven reports directly inside their coding environment.

Absolutely. The `list_contacts` function is available via the MCP Server configuration. It lets every developer pull a current list of all video recipients into their project context.

Yes, because you commit the `mcp.json` file to the repository, every developer gets the exact same configuration and tool access automatically, ensuring consistency across the entire team.

This server accesses contact lists (`list_contacts`), video analytics, and account details via `get_account`. It handles communication metadata related to your recipients and activity.

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