How to Use the Octoboard MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline write code that interacts with the Octoboard tools?

Yes, Cline can write scripts that call tools like pushnumericmetric or pushbarchart to automate your custom data pipelines. It tests the code locally and runs it to ensure your marketing widgets update correctly.

Q: How do I check if my connection to Octoboard is active in Cline?

You can have Cline run getapistatus to verify the connection is live. If there are authentication issues, Cline can run testoctoboardauth to pinpoint the problem.

Q: Can I manage multiple marketing clients using Cline and Octoboard?

Yes, Cline uses listagencyclients to identify the distinct client profiles in your account. It then targets specific dashboards for each client when pushing metrics or updating tables.

Let Cline build custom dashboards and push real-time marketing metrics to Octoboard directly from your VS Code workspace.

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Build and update live data tables.

The `push_data_table` tool inserts structured rows directly into your client-facing dashboards. Cline reads your workspace files, parses the JSON or CSV data, and pushes it to your active widgets without manual formatting. You can instruct Cline to build a dashboard widget from scratch. It uses `list_active_dashboards` to find the target location and then sends the parsed data directly to your dashboard using the live MCP connection.

Real-time marketing status tracking.

The `push_status_update` tool changes the visual indicators on your client dashboards based on build outcomes or test runs. Cline monitors your local environment and instantly updates the status widget to reflect current performance metrics. If a metric slips, Cline uses `push_variation_metric` to show the exact percentage drop on the dashboard. It works as an automated reporting agent that keeps your agency clients informed.

Automated client reporting via MCP Server.

The `list_automated_reports` tool retrieves active scheduled reports directly inside your VS Code sidebar. Cline inspects this list to determine which clients need updates, then triggers the necessary data pushes to keep them current. By combining this with `list_agency_clients`, Cline maps your local project structures to your external marketing accounts. It automates the entire reporting pipeline from your editor.

Setup guide

Set up Octoboard MCP in Cline

Prerequisites

VS Code with Cline extension installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Cline MCP settings

Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
2

Add a remote server

Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type octoboard-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable the server

After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
4

Start using tools

Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Octoboard refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

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

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Common questions about Octoboard MCP in Cline

Click the MCP Servers icon in the Cline sidebar and paste the Vinkius URL into the Remote Servers tab. Alternatively, you can write the server configuration directly into your `cline_mcp_settings.json` file under the `mcpServers` key.

Yes, Cline can write scripts that call tools like `push_numeric_metric` or `push_bar_chart` to automate your custom data pipelines. It tests the code locally and runs it to ensure your marketing widgets update correctly.

You can have Cline run `get_api_status` to verify the connection is live. If there are authentication issues, Cline can run `test_octoboard_auth` to pinpoint the problem.

Yes, Cline uses `list_agency_clients` to identify the distinct client profiles in your account. It then targets specific dashboards for each client when pushing metrics or updating tables.

All metric data and API keys pass through an ephemeral, zero-trust V8 sandbox managed by Vinkius. Your sensitive credentials and client reports are never cached or stored on Vinkius servers.

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