How to Use the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I share the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator with my team in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your repository root and add the MCP config. Once committed, everyone on your team gets access to the tools.

Model VC dilution and option pool shuffles across your team with VS Code Copilot.

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Calculate Post-Money Allocations in VS Code Copilot

The `compute_post_money_scenario` tool calculates how post-investment option pools affect founder ownership. Your agent runs this tool inside the chat sidebar to output clean financial projections for your entire team. Committing the configuration to your repo means every developer on your team can run these calculations instantly. It keeps everyone aligned on equity math.

Compare Shuffle Metrics with this MCP Server

The `compare_shuffle_impact` tool contrasts pre-money and post-money pool sizes to show the true cost of the shuffle. It provides the exact percentage of founder equity saved by pushing the pool to the post-money side. Your team can use these outputs to build internal tools or verify venture capital term sheets. That's how you keep everyone aligned without relying on buggy spreadsheets.

Model Pre-Money Option Pools Directly in Your Editor

The `compute_pre_money_scenario` tool calculates the share price reduction caused by a pre-money option pool. Expect clean structured JSON data that your agent can format into clear documentation or code comments. This MCP integrates into your team workflow to ensure everyone understands the dilution mechanics of upcoming investment rounds. Every team member will understand the mechanics before negotiation begins.

Setup guide

Set up Option Pool Shuffle Simulator MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Option Pool Shuffle Simulator tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Option Pool Shuffle Simulator transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "option-pool-shuffle-simulator-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Option Pool Shuffle Simulator MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file in your repository root and add the MCP config. Once committed, everyone on your team gets access to the tools.

Yes. Your agent can run the simulator with different valuations and pool sizes to compare multiple VC offers side-by-side.

The tools focus on the core dilution mechanics of option pool shuffles. You can feed the outputs into larger cap table models for more complex structures.

Copilot uses the configured MCP connection to execute the calculations and returns the structured results directly in your active chat.

All calculations occur locally on your machine or secure container. This MCP does not store or send your private equity data or company valuations to any external clouds.

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