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Claude Code MCP Setup

Configure Forge as an MCP server for Claude Code in 3 minutes.
Works with both Claude Desktop and Claude Code (CLI). Same configuration for both.

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Prerequisites

1

Install Forge

npm install -g automagik-forge
2

Get Your Project ID

# Start Forge
npx automagik-forge
Open browser, navigate to your project, and copy the UUID from the URL:
http://localhost:3000/projects/a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890/tasks
                                ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
                                          Your Project ID

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Configuration

7 core tools for task management. Best for most users.
1

Open Claude Code Settings

  • macOS: Cmd + , or Claude Code → Settings
  • Windows/Linux: Ctrl + ,
  • Navigate to MCP Servers section
2

Add Forge Configuration

Add this to your MCP servers configuration:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "automagik-forge": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["automagik-forge", "--mcp"],
      "env": {
        "PROJECT_ID": "your-project-uuid-here"
      }
    }
  }
}
Replace your-project-uuid-here with your actual Project ID.
3

Restart Claude Code

Fully quit and restart Claude Code for changes to take effect.
4

Test It

In Claude Code, try:
"Create a task to add a README file"
Claude should use the MCP tool to create the task in Forge!

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Option 2: Advanced Mode

56 tools including worktrees, processes, filesystem. For power users. 
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "automagik-forge": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["automagik-forge", "--mcp-advanced"],
      "env": {
        "PROJECT_ID": "your-project-uuid-here"
      }
    }
  }
}
Advanced mode can overwhelm Claude with too many tools. Start with basic mode first!

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Available Tools

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Basic Mode (7 tools)

ToolWhat it doesExample
list_projectsGet all projects”Show my projects”
list_tasksView tasks with filters”Show pending tasks”
create_taskCreate new task”Add task: Fix auth bug”
get_taskGet task details”Show task #42”
update_taskModify task properties”Mark task #42 complete”
delete_taskRemove task”Delete task #38”

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Advanced Mode (+49 additional tools)

Includes all basic tools PLUS:
  • Project management (8 tools)
  • Task attempts (12 tools)
  • Process management (9 tools)
  • Git worktrees (7 tools)
  • File operations (6 tools)
  • Templates & drafts (5 tools)
  • Omni integration (8 tools)

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Usage Examples

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Task Creation

You: "Create a task to implement dark mode with LocalStorage persistence"

Claude: [Uses create_task MCP tool]

Claude: "I've created task #47: 'Implement dark mode toggle'
         - Priority: medium
         - Type: feature
         - Status: pending

         Would you like me to start working on it?"

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Planning

You: "Help me plan a complete authentication system with OAuth, JWT, and RBAC"

Claude: [Uses create_task multiple times via MCP]

Claude: "I've created 8 tasks for your auth system:
         #42 - OAuth provider integration
         #43 - JWT token generation
         #44 - Refresh token mechanism
         #45 - Role-based permissions
         #46 - User session management
         #47 - Password reset flow
         #48 - Email verification
         #49 - Security audit

         Should I prioritize these or start on any?"

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Status Checks

You: "Show me all high-priority bugs"

Claude: [Uses list_tasks with filters via MCP]

Claude: "You have 3 high-priority bugs:
         #35 - API crash on malformed JSON (pending)
         #38 - Memory leak in WebSocket (in progress)
         #41 - Auth token expiry issue (review)

         Want me to work on #35 first?"

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Troubleshooting

Error: Could not connect to MCP server 'automagik-forge'Solutions:
  1. Verify Forge is installed: 
    npm list -g automagik-forge
  2. Check configuration syntax (valid JSON, no trailing commas)
  3. Ensure "command": "npx" (not "node" or full path)
  4. Restart Claude Code completely (quit and reopen)
Error: Project 'proj_xyz' does not existSolutions:
  1. Verify project exists in Forge UI
  2. Copy correct UUID from browser URL
  3. Update PROJECT_ID in config
  4. Restart Claude Code
Symptom: Claude doesn’t seem to have Forge toolsSolutions:
  1. Ask Claude directly: “What MCP tools do you have access to?”
  2. Check if automagik-forge appears in the list
  3. If not, verify config and restart Claude Code
Symptom: Claude lists many tool options or seems confusedSolution: You’re in advanced mode (56 tools). Switch to basic:
{
  "args": ["automagik-forge", "--mcp"]
}
Remove -advanced and restart.

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Configuration File Location

Claude Code MCP configuration is stored in:
  • macOS
  • Windows
  • Linux
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/config.json
Or edit via Claude Code Settings UI.

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Best Practices

Use natural language: Don’t try to call tools directly. Just describe what you want, and Claude will use the right MCP tool.✅ Good: “Create a task to add Redis caching” ❌ Bad: “use create_task with title Redis”
Start with basic mode: Only upgrade to advanced if you need specific features like manual worktree control or filesystem operations.
One project per config: If you work on multiple projects, create separate MCP server entries with different PROJECT_IDs:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "forge-frontend": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["automagik-forge", "--mcp"],
      "env": { "PROJECT_ID": "proj_frontend123" }
    },
    "forge-backend": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["automagik-forge", "--mcp"],
      "env": { "PROJECT_ID": "proj_backend456" }
    }
  }
}

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