BifrostMCP MCP Server

An MCP server that exposes features of VSCode dev tools to the MCP clients

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What is the BifrostMCP MCP Server?

An MCP server that exposes features of VSCode dev tools to the MCP clients

What it actually does

This VS Code extension provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes VSCode's powerful development tools and language features to AI tools. It enables advanced code navigation, analysis, and manipulation capabilities when using AI coding assistants that support the MCP protocol.

  • Language Server Integration — Access VSCode's language server capabilities for any supported language
  • Code Navigation — Find references, definitions, implementations, and more
  • Symbol Search — Search for symbols across your workspace
  • Code Analysis — Get semantic tokens, document symbols, and type information
  • Smart Selection — Use semantic selection ranges for intelligent code selection
  • Code Actions — Access refactoring suggestions and quick fixes

Configuration

  • Visual Studio Code version 1.93.0 or higher - Appropriate language extensions for the languages you want to work with (e.g., C# extension for C# files)

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
renamePerform rename on a symbol

How to install the BifrostMCP MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Bifrost": {
      "command": "cmd",
      "args": [
        "/c",
        "npx",
        "-y",
        "supergateway",
        "--sse",
        "http://localhost:8008/sse"
      ],
      "disabled": false,
      "autoApprove": [],
      "timeout": 600
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

  • Visual Studio Code version 1.93.0 or higher - Appropriate language extensions for the languages you want to work with (e.g., C# extension for C# files)

Example prompts to try

  • “Use BifrostMCP to rename.”
  • “Use BifrostMCP to Installation.”
  • “Use BifrostMCP to Configuration.”

Frequently asked questions

An MCP server that exposes features of VSCode dev tools to the MCP clients Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.