Bring Parking Management
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Parklio PMS to VS Code Copilot and start using all 10 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.
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What is the Parklio PMS MCP Server?
Connect Parklio PMS to any AI agent and take full control of your smart parking infrastructure — manage barrier gates, digital displays, LPR cameras, and monitor hardware health through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Lot Management — List and inspect all parking facilities in your network
- Gateway Control — Monitor barrier and camera status (online/offline)
- Remote Operations — Open/close barriers and reboot devices remotely
- Display Messaging — Update digital signs for maintenance or welcome messages
- Activity Auditing — View logs of all barrier movements and system events
- System Health — Get global operational metrics and uptime stats
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Parklio Auth Token and Base URL
- Start managing your parking hardware from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Parklio is a forward-looking company dedicated to developing smart parking hardware and software solutions.
Who is this for?
- Parking Operators — Monitor barrier health and update displays instantly without logging into the PMS dashboard
- Maintenance Teams — Remotely reboot offline gateways and check system logs for error diagnosis
- Security Staff — Review activity logs to audit unauthorized access or barrier overrides
Built-in capabilities (10)
Requires lot_id, name, and type (e.g., entry_barrier, exit_camera, lpr_reader). Use this when installing new physical hardware. Register a new hardware gateway (barrier, reader) to a parking lot
Optional lot_id filter. Use this for security auditing and operational troubleshooting. View system activity and audit logs
Get detailed configuration and statistics for a specific parking lot
Use this for a high-level operational check. Get the overall health and operational status of the Parklio system
Useful for auditing what drivers see when entering lots. List digital display screens deployed in parking lots
Use this to audit hardware health and locate offline devices. List all hardware gateways (barriers, cameras) connected to Parklio
Essential for discovering available lots before managing hardware. List all managed parking lots in the Parklio system
Returns an authentication token valid for subsequent API calls. Use this to refresh your session token before making other requests. Authenticate with the Parklio Parking Management System to get a token
Common operations: open_barrier, close_barrier, reboot, reset_error. Use this for remote troubleshooting or manual override of barriers. Execute a remote operation on a specific gateway device
Use for maintenance alerts ("Lot Full", "System Maintenance", "Welcome to VIP Parking"). Update the text shown on a digital display screen in a parking lot
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Parklio PMS data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 10 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
Parklio PMS in VS Code Copilot
Why run Parklio PMS with Vinkius?
The Parklio PMS 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 10 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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This dashboard is included when you connect Parklio PMS using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Parklio PMS and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Parklio PMS 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Parklio PMS for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Parklio PMS 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
Can I remotely open or close a barrier gate?
Yes! Use the run_gateway_operation tool with the gateway_id and the operation 'open_barrier' or 'close_barrier'. This allows instant manual control without physical intervention.
How do I change the message on a digital display?
Use the update_display_message tool. Provide the display_id and your new message (e.g., 'Lot Full', 'Welcome to VIP Parking'). The screen updates within seconds.
Can I audit who opened barriers manually?
Yes! The get_activity_logs tool returns detailed logs of all gateway operations, including the user who performed the action and the timestamp. Essential for security and accountability.
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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