Bring Rag
to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect R2R to VS Code Copilot and start using all 6 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 R2R MCP Server?
Connect your R2R (Rag to Riches) deployment to an AI agent, bringing your RAG infrastructure inside your chat interface. By linking this server, the AI can query its own constructed knowledge base on demand.
What you can do
- Vector Search — Perform semantic similarity queries across your document database to retrieve contextually relevant chunks of information.
- Execute RAG Queries — Use the 'rag_query' endpoint to have the R2R server directly summarize information based on vector data.
- Knowledge Management — Call the API to list ingested documents, read metadata attributes, and filter logical collections.
- Instance Health Monitoring — Quickly ping the connection using health checks to verify your system is responsive.
How it works
- Enable the server integration.
- Provide your active R2R Base URL and Auth Key (if applicable).
- Trigger RAG requests natively within your supported chat interfaces.
Who is this for?
- AI & ML Engineers — Query your vector instances locally without needing Postman or external scripts.
- Data Custodians — Quickly verify document ingestions and browse metadata directly inside the terminal.
- Backend Developers — Audit engine responses and fine-tune semantic retrieval limits easily.
Built-in capabilities (6)
Retrieves details for a specific document
Checks the health status of the R2R server
Lists all document collections
Lists all ingested documents in the R2R system
Executes a RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) query
Performs a vector search across ingested documents
Why VS Code Copilot?
GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings R2R data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 6 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
R2R in VS Code Copilot
Why run R2R with Vinkius?
The R2R 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 6 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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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 R2R using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
R2R and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect R2R 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
R2R for VS Code Copilot
Every request between VS Code Copilot and R2R 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 URL should I use for the R2R API URL?
If you are running R2R locally via Docker, it's typically http://localhost:7272. If you are using SciPhi Cloud or have it deployed on your own infrastructure, provide the exact public or private endpoint.
Do I need an R2R API Key?
It depends on your deployment. Open deployments for local testing may not require a key. Production deployments or SciPhi Cloud environments require you to provide the generated key.
What is the difference between RAG and Search?
The search tool issues a standard vector similarity match—it returns relevant raw snippets from your database. The rag_query tool asks the R2R server to perform the search and compute an intelligent answer wrapping those snippets using an LLM.
Are document ingestions possible via chat?
No. This integration is designed for observational toolsets (listing documents, inspecting states, querying the index). Heavy ingestions of PDFs or websites should be handled through scripts or the dashboard.
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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