How to Use the timeghost MCP in VS Code Copilot

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Validate your connection in VS Code Copilot

The `check_timeghost_status` tool ensures your editor has a healthy link to your Microsoft 365 environment. This quick diagnostic prevents errors when your team attempts to pull active workspace data using `list_timeghost_workspaces`. Because this config can be shared in your repository, every developer on your team can run these checks instantly. It removes the friction of debugging broken API keys across different development machines.

Map out team tasks using this MCP Server

The `list_timeghost_tasks` tool allows your agent to find active tickets assigned to your current project. You can inspect specific ticket details using `get_timeghost_task` or check who is assigned to the project via `list_timeghost_members`. This keeps your sprint planning completely inside your editor. Your team can query task assignments without having to open separate browser windows or project management boards.

Manage clients and log hours directly

The `list_timeghost_clients` tool helps your agent organize active accounts and match them to codebases. Once matched, you can use `list_timeghost_projects` and `get_timeghost_project` to view budget limits and log hours accurately. To keep everything updated, use `list_timeghost_entries` to review the team's weekly logs. If a specific entry looks incorrect, `get_timeghost_entry` lets you inspect the notes and timestamps for quick correction.

Setup guide

Set up timeghost 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 timeghost 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 timeghost tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent timeghost transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about timeghost MCP in VS Code Copilot

You can commit the configuration file directly to your git repository. This allows every developer on the team to access the same tools automatically.

Yes, the agent uses the project tools to fetch active initiatives. This ensures your team always bills hours to the correct client accounts.

No, Vinkius handles the authentication mapping securely. Your team can connect using a single endpoint token while maintaining individual tracking identities.

Your agent can filter tasks by project ID to isolate specific technical pipelines. This makes it easy to log hours against precise development tasks.

All MCP communication is encrypted and routed through an ephemeral sandbox. Your time tracking logs, project IDs, and workspace details are never stored or used for model training.

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