Bring Economic Data
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access to VS Code Copilot and start using all 2 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE
What is the ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access MCP Server?
Universal access to all ECB data.
2 Tools
- List Dataflows — Complete catalog of ECB datasets
- Query Data — Any dataflow with custom SDMX keys
Built-in capabilities (2)
Each dataflow has a code (e.g., EXR, FM, BSI) and description. Use these codes with the generic query tool to access any ECB data. List all available ECB statistical dataflows
Provide the dataflow code (EXR, FM, BSI, YC, MIR, BKN, etc.) and a SDMX series key. Use list_dataflows to find dataflow codes. Example: dataflow=EXR, key=D.USD.EUR.SP00.A for daily USD/EUR rate. Query any ECB dataset with a SDMX series key — universal access
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 2 tools. Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.
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VS Code is used by over 70% of developers. adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor
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Project-scoped MCP configs (
.vscode/mcp.json) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access - —
Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop
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GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services
ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access in VS Code Copilot
Why run ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access with Vinkius?
The ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 2 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.

* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Professionals who connect ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access to VS Code Copilot through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
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| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and ECB Discovery — Universal Statistical Data Access is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
What is SDMX?
SDMX (Statistical Data and Metadata eXchange) is an international standard for exchanging statistical data. The ECB, Eurostat, IMF, World Bank, and other institutions use SDMX for their APIs. Data is organized in dataflows → dimensions → observations.
Do I need an API key to access this data?
No, the ECB Statistical Data Warehouse public API is completely open and free. There is no authentication or token required to fetch any of the datasets provided.
How often is the statistical data updated?
The data is updated in real-time according to the ECB's official publishing schedule. Daily exchange rates typically update around 16:00 CET.
Which VS Code version supports MCP?
MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.
How do I switch to Agent mode?
Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.
Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?
Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.
Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?
Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.
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Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.
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