Configuring a Custom MCP Server
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is the framework that allows Eigent to connect to external tools and services like GitHub, Notion, or any other API. By adding a custom MCP server, you are essentially teaching your workforce a new skill.- Step 1: Click the Settings gear icon → Select the MCP and Tools tab.
- Step 2: Click the + Add MCP Server button to open the configuration dialog.
- Step 3: Provide the Server Configuration
- Paste the JSON configuration for the server. This JSON file acts as a manifest, telling Eigent what the tool is, what functions it has, and how to call them. You can typically find this configuration file in the documentation of the third-party tool you wish to integrate.
- Add required credentials. Many tools require authentication. For example, to connect to GitHub, you will need to generate a Personal Access Token from your GitHub account settings and paste it into the appropriate field.
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Creating and Equipping a Custom Worker
Once you’ve configured a new MCP server, you need to create a worker that knows how to use it. A worker is your specialized agent, and you can equip it with any combination of tools.- Step 1: On the Canvas, click the + Add Worker button located in the bottom toolbar.
- Step 2: Enter a clear Worker Name (e.g., “GitHub Specialist”) and provide an optional Description of its duties (e.g., “Manages pull requests and repository issues”).
- Step 3: Equip your Worker with the new tool (most important!)
- Click on the Agent Tool dropdown menu.
- Select the custom MCP server you just configured (e.g., Github MCP). You can also add any other tools you want this worker to have.
- Click Save.
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