# How to integrate Kanbanize MCP with Claude Code

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  "title": "How to integrate Kanbanize MCP with Claude Code",
  "toolkit": "Kanbanize",
  "toolkit_slug": "kanbanize",
  "framework": "Claude Code",
  "framework_slug": "claude-code",
  "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-code",
  "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-code.md",
  "updated_at": "2026-03-29T06:39:22.856Z"
}
```

## Introduction

Manage your Kanbanize directly from Claude Code with zero worries about OAuth hassles, API-breaking issues, or reliability and security concerns.
You can do this in two different ways:
- Via [Composio Connect](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_connect&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code) - Direct and easiest approach
- Via [Composio SDK](https://docs.composio.dev/docs?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_sdk) - Programmatic approach with more control

## Also integrate Kanbanize with

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/crew-ai)

## TL;DR

- Only one MCP URL to connect multiple apps with Claude Code with zero auth hassles.
- Programmatic tool calling allows LLMs to write its code in a remote workbench to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
- Handling Large tool responses out of LLM context to minimize context rot.
- Dynamic just-in-time access to 20,000 tools across 1000+ other Apps for cross-app workflows. It loads the tools you need, so LLMs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need.

## Connect Kanbanize to Claude Code

### Connecting Kanbanize to Claude Code using Composio
1. Add the Composio MCP to Claude

```bash
claude mcp add --scope user --transport http composio https://connect.composio.dev/mcp
```

## What is Claude Code?

Claude Code is Anthropic's command line developer tool that lets you use Claude directly inside your terminal. Instead of switching between your editor, browser, and chat, you can stay in your project folder and ask Claude to help you build, debug, refactor, and understand code right where you're working.
Key features include:
- Terminal-Native Experience: Work with Claude directly in your command line without switching contexts
- MCP Support: Built-in support for Model Context Protocol servers to extend Claude's capabilities
- Project Context: Claude understands your project structure and can read, write, and modify files
- Interactive Development: Ask questions, debug code, and get help in real-time while coding
- Multi-Platform: Works on macOS, Linux, WSL, and Windows

## What is the Kanbanize MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Kanbanize MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Kanbanize account. It provides structured and secure access so your agent can perform Kanbanize operations on your behalf.

## Supported Tools

| Tool slug | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `KANBANIZE_ADD_CARD_COMMENT` | Add a comment to a card | Tool to add a comment to a Kanbanize card. Use when you need to add notes, updates, or any text-based information to an existing card. |
| `KANBANIZE_CHECK_BOARD_MILESTONE` | Check Board Milestone | Tool to check if a milestone is available on the specified board. Use when you need to verify milestone existence on a specific board. Returns True if the milestone is available (HTTP 204), False if not found (HTTP 404). |
| `KANBANIZE_CHECK_USER_IS_CARD_WATCHER` | Check User Is Card Watcher | Tool to check if a user is a watcher of a specific card. Use when you need to verify if a user is watching a card. |
| `KANBANIZE_DELETE_BOARD` | Delete Board | Tool to delete a board by its ID. Use when you need to permanently remove a board from Kanbanize. Note: The board must be archived before deletion. |
| `KANBANIZE_DELETE_CARD` | Delete Card | Tool to delete a card from the Kanbanize board. Use when you need to permanently remove a card and all its associated data from the board. |
| `KANBANIZE_DELETE_TAG` | Delete Tag | Tool to delete a tag from Kanbanize. Use when removing a tag and optionally replacing it with another tag for all affected cards. |
| `KANBANIZE_DELETE_WORKFLOW` | Delete Workflow | Tool to delete a workflow for the specified board. Use when you need to permanently remove a workflow from a board. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_BOARD_BLOCK_REASONS` | Get Board Block Reasons | Tool to get a list of block reasons available on a board. Use when you need to retrieve available block reasons for a specific board. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_BOARD_CARD_TEMPLATES` | Get Board Card Templates | Tool to retrieve a list of card templates available on a Kanbanize board. Use when you need to see what card templates are configured for a specific board. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_CHILD_CARDS` | Get Child Cards | Tool to retrieve a list of child cards for a specified parent card. Use when you need to view all cards that are children of a given parent card in the Kanbanize hierarchy. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_COLUMN` | Get Column | Tool to get the details of a specific column from a Kanbanize board. Use when you need to retrieve column information such as name, WIP limit, card ordering, or workflow configuration. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_COLUMNS` | Get Columns | Tool to get a list of columns for a specific board in Kanbanize. Use when you need to retrieve all columns configured for a board, including their workflow assignments, positions, limits, and display settings. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_CUSTOM_FIELDS` | Get Custom Fields | Tool to retrieve a list of custom fields from Kanbanize with optional filtering. Use when you need to fetch custom field definitions, filter by field IDs, name, availability level, enabled status, types, or retrieve additional details like boards, card counts, and business rules. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_STICKERS` | Get Stickers | Tool to retrieve a list of stickers with optional filtering by sticker IDs, label, availability, and enabled status. Use when you need to fetch stickers from Kanbanize to apply to cards or to view available stickers in the system. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_USER` | Get User | Tool to get the details of a specified user in Kanbanize. Use when you need to retrieve information about a user such as their username, email, real name, avatar, enabled status, language preferences, timezone, and other attributes. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_WORKFLOW_CYCLE_TIME_COLUMNS` | Get workflow cycle time columns | Tool to retrieve workflow's cycle time columns from a Kanbanize board. Use when you need to identify which columns are included in cycle time calculations for a specific workflow. |
| `KANBANIZE_GET_WORKSPACE_DATA_FIELDS` | Get Workspace Data Fields | Tool to retrieve a list of data fields available on a workspace. Use when you need to fetch all custom data fields configured for a specific Kanbanize workspace. |
| `KANBANIZE_REMOVE_BOARD_BLOCK_REASON` | Remove Board Block Reason | Tool to make a block reason unavailable on a board. Use when you need to remove a specific block reason from a board's available options. |
| `KANBANIZE_REMOVE_CHILD_CARD` | Remove Child Card | Tool to remove the link between a parent card and a child card. Use when you need to unlink a child card from its parent card in Kanbanize. |
| `KANBANIZE_SET_CARD_BLOCK_REASON` | Set card block reason | Tool to block a Kanbanize card by setting a block reason. Use when you need to mark a card as blocked and specify the reason preventing progress. |
| `KANBANIZE_UPDATE_BOARD_STICKER` | Update Board Sticker | Tool to update the properties of a sticker for the specified board. Use when you need to modify usage limits for a sticker on a board or card. |
| `KANBANIZE_UPDATE_DATA_FIELD_WORKSPACES` | Update Data Field Workspaces | Tool to add, update, or remove a data field on one or more workspaces via batch operations. Use when you need to configure data field availability and settings across multiple workspaces. |
| `KANBANIZE_UPDATE_LANE_DEFAULT_SETTING` | Update Lane Default Setting | Tool to update the default value of a specific lane setting in Kanbanize. Use when you need to modify default settings for a lane on a board. |
| `KANBANIZE_UPDATE_TAG` | Update Tag | Tool to update the specified tag in Kanbanize. Use when you need to modify tag properties like label, color, availability, or enabled status. |

## Supported Triggers

None listed.

## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK

The Kanbanize MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects Claude Code (and other AI assistants like Claude and Cursor) directly to your Kanbanize account. It provides structured and secure access so Claude can perform Kanbanize operations on your behalf.
With Composio's managed implementation, you don't have to create your own developer app. For production, if you're building an end product, we recommend using your own credentials. The managed server helps you prototype fast and go from 0-1 faster.

## Step-by-step Guide

### 1. Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have:
- Claude Pro, Max, or API billing enabled Anthropic account
- Composio API Key
- A Kanbanize account
- Basic knowledge of Python or TypeScript

### 1. Install Claude Code

To install Claude Code, use one of the following methods based on your operating system:
```bash
# macOS, Linux, WSL
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash

# Windows PowerShell
irm https://claude.ai/install.ps1 | iex

# Windows CMD
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.cmd -o install.cmd && install.cmd && del install.cmd
```

### 2. Set up Claude Code

Open a terminal, go to your project folder, and start Claude Code:
- Claude Code will open in your terminal
- Follow the prompts to sign in with your Anthropic account
- Complete the authentication flow
- Once authenticated, you can start using Claude Code
```bash
cd your-project-folder
claude
```

### 3. Set up environment variables

Create a .env file in your project root with the following variables:
- COMPOSIO_API_KEY authenticates with Composio (get it from [Composio dashboard](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=api_key&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code))
- USER_ID identifies the user for session management (use any unique identifier)
```bash
COMPOSIO_API_KEY=your_composio_api_key_here
USER_ID=your_user_id_here
```

### 4. Install Composio library

No description provided.
```python
pip install composio-core python-dotenv
```

```typescript
npm install @composio/core dotenv
```

### 5. Generate Composio MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["kanbanize"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http kanbanize-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['kanbanize'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http kanbanize-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

### 6. Run the script and copy the MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
python generate_mcp_url.py
```

```typescript
node --loader ts-node/esm generate_mcp_url.ts
# or if using tsx
tsx generate_mcp_url.ts
```

### 7. Add Kanbanize MCP to Claude Code

In your terminal, add the MCP server using the command from the previous step. The command format is:
- claude mcp add registers a new MCP server with Claude Code
- --transport http specifies that this is an HTTP-based MCP server
- The server name (kanbanize-composio) is how you'll reference it
- The URL points to your Composio Tool Router session
- --headers includes your Composio API key for authentication
After running the command, close the current Claude Code session and start a new one for the changes to take effect.
```bash
claude mcp add --transport http kanbanize-composio "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE" --headers "X-API-Key:YOUR_COMPOSIO_API_KEY"

# Then restart Claude Code
exit
claude
```

### 8. Verify the installation

Check that your Kanbanize MCP server is properly configured.
- This command lists all MCP servers registered with Claude Code
- You should see your kanbanize-composio entry in the list
- This confirms that Claude Code can now access Kanbanize tools
If everything is wired up, you should see your kanbanize-composio entry listed:
```bash
claude mcp list
```

### 9. Authenticate Kanbanize

The first time you try to use Kanbanize tools, you'll be prompted to authenticate.
- Claude Code will detect that you need to authenticate with Kanbanize
- It will show you an authentication link
- Open the link in your browser (or copy/paste it)
- Complete the Kanbanize authorization flow
- Return to the terminal and start using Kanbanize through Claude Code
Once authenticated, you can ask Claude Code to perform Kanbanize operations in natural language. For example:
- "Move all 'In Progress' cards to 'Done'"
- "Create a Kanban card for new feature request"
- "List all overdue tasks in my boards"

## Complete Code

```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["kanbanize"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http kanbanize-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['kanbanize'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http kanbanize-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

## Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Kanbanize with Claude Code using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Kanbanize directly from your terminal using natural language commands.
Key features of this setup:
- Terminal-native experience without switching contexts
- Natural language commands for Kanbanize operations
- Secure authentication through Composio's managed MCP
- Tool Router for dynamic tool discovery and execution
Next steps:
- Try asking Claude Code to perform various Kanbanize operations
- Add more toolkits to your Tool Router session for multi-app workflows
- Integrate this setup into your development workflow for increased productivity
You can extend this by adding more toolkits, implementing custom workflows, or building automation scripts that leverage Claude Code's capabilities.

## How to build Kanbanize MCP Agent with another framework

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/kanbanize/framework/crew-ai)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Kanbanize MCP?

With a standalone Kanbanize MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Kanbanize tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Kanbanize and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

### Can I use Tool Router MCP with Claude Code?

Yes, you can. Claude Code fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Kanbanize tools.

### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Kanbanize while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Kanbanize scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

### How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Kanbanize data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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