cowork-mcp-config-assistant

Configure MCP servers and replace skill template placeholders with tool names.

114|13|Updated Jan 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/frumu-ai/tandem --skill cowork-mcp-config-assistant
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cowork-mcp-config-assistant
Source: https://github.com/frumu-ai/tandem/tree/main/src-tauri/resources/skill-templates/cowork-mcp-config-assistant
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/frumu-ai/tandem --skill cowork-mcp-config-assistant

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of adapting Tandem skills to an organization's specific tools and infrastructure by guiding users through the configuration of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and the customization of skill placeholders.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Placeholder Identification: Helps users find and replace generic placeholders (e.g., ~~Jira) in skill templates with actual tool names.
  • MCP Server Configuration: Guides users on how to connect Tandem to various data sources and services (e.g., GitHub, Slack, databases) by configuring MCP servers.
  • Use Case: An organization wants to integrate Tandem with its internal Jira instance and Slack channels. This skill assists in identifying the necessary placeholders in a skill's SKILL.md and configuring the corresponding MCP servers for Jira and Slack.

Quick Start

Use the cowork-mcp-config-assistant to configure the GitHub MCP server with your personal access token.

Frequently Asked Questions about cowork-mcp-config-assistant

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure MCP servers for data source connectivity?

MCP server configuration is guided by an assistant that helps connect your data sources like GitHub and Slack. It streamlines integration by replacing generic placeholders in skill templates with specific tool names and actual values.

What are placeholders in skill templates and how do I replace them?

Placeholders in skill templates are generic tokens like `~~Jira` representing external tools. You replace them by identifying the tokens within the `SKILL.md` file and substituting them with your organization's actual tool names and configuration values.

Do I need Python and Node.js to set up Model Context Protocol servers?

Yes, Python and Node.js are required to set up Model Context Protocol servers using this configuration assistant. Both runtime environments must be installed locally to execute the skill and complete the server setup process.

Can I integrate Tandem skills with internal tools like Jira and Slack?

Yes, you can integrate Tandem skills with internal tools like Jira and Slack. The assistant helps identify necessary placeholders in the `SKILL.md` file and guides the setup of corresponding MCP servers to connect those specific data sources.

How do I connect Tandem to a GitHub MCP server?

To connect Tandem to a GitHub MCP server, you configure the server using your personal access token. The assistant guides this setup process to establish secure data source connectivity for your organizational integration requirements.