Bring Predictive Analytics
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Parknav to VS Code Copilot and start using all 8 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.
GDPR Free for SubscribersCompatible with every major AI agent and IDE
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What is the Parknav MCP Server?
Connect Parknav to any AI agent and access the world's most advanced predictive parking intelligence — anticipate availability before you arrive, find on-street spots instantly, and optimize your urban mobility.
What you can do
- Predictive Availability — Get AI forecasts for finding a spot at a specific future time
- Real-Time Occupancy — Check current block-by-block occupancy rates
- Nearest Spot Finder — Get directed to the nearest currently open space
- Street Segments — View live status of specific street blocks
- Zone Regulations — Access parking rules, time limits, and pricing
- Historical Trends — Analyze availability patterns by time of day and day of week
- Route Optimization — Plan routes that minimize parking search time
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Parknav API Key and Base URL
- Start predicting parking availability from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Parknav uses deep learning and IoT sensors to provide real-time and predictive data for on-street and off-street parking.
Who is this for?
- Navigation Apps — Integrate predictive availability into turn-by-turn guidance
- Smart City Planners — Analyze historical trends to optimize pricing and time limits
- Fleet & Delivery — Optimize routes based on real-time loading zone availability
Built-in capabilities (8)
Get high-level parking insights for a specific city
Get historical availability trends for a location
Find the nearest currently available parking spot
Get regulations and pricing for parking zones
Get current real-time occupancy for a location
Get status of street segments for on-street parking
Optimize a route to include the best parking options
Essential for planning trips in advance. Get AI-predicted parking availability for a location at a specific time
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings Parknav data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 8 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
Parknav in VS Code Copilot
Why run Parknav with Vinkius?
The Parknav 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 8 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
Over 4,000 integrations ready for AI agents
Explore a vast library of pre-built integrations, optimized and ready to deploy.
Connect securely in under 30 seconds
Generate tokens to authenticate and link external services in a single step.
Complete visibility into every agent action
Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
Optimize spending and track token ROI
Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect Parknav using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Parknav and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Parknav 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
Parknav for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and Parknav 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
How far in advance can Parknav predict availability?
Parknav's AI can typically predict availability up to 24 hours in advance with high confidence, and up to 7 days with moderate confidence.
Does it cover off-street garages too?
Parknav primarily focuses on on-street parking, but also integrates occupancy data from select off-street garages where sensors are available.
What data sources does Parknav use?
Parknav combines IoT sensor data, historical trends, city event data, and weather patterns using deep learning models to generate its predictions.
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.
MCP tools not available
Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.
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