setup

Configure the Bifrost SDK, CLI, authentication, and MCP server across platforms.

55|14|Updated Oct 12, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gobifrost/bifrost --skill setup-gobifrost
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: setup
Source: https://github.com/gobifrost/bifrost/tree/main/plugins/bifrost/skills/bifrost-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gobifrost/bifrost --skill setup-gobifrost

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the frustration of manually configuring the Bifrost SDK, CLI, authentication, and MCP server across different operating systems, which often have unique setup requirements and common edge cases that break standard installation processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-Platform Setup Support: Handles installation prerequisites and configuration for Windows (native PowerShell, WSL2), macOS, and Linux, with OS-specific guidance for Python, pipx, and Docker where needed.
  • State-Aware Setup Flow: Checks your current Bifrost installation status and resumes from the appropriate step (SDK install, login, or MCP configuration) instead of repeating completed steps.
  • Built-In Troubleshooting: Includes fixes for common Windows issues like symlink misconfigurations, winget errors, Microsoft Store Python alias conflicts, and JSON escaping problems in PowerShell.
  • Use Case: A new Bifrost user on Windows can run this Skill to get the CLI installed, log in to their company's Bifrost instance, and connect Claude Code to Bifrost's tools without manually researching OS-specific setup quirks.

Quick Start

Use the bifrost-setup skill to walk you through installing the Bifrost CLI, authenticating to your Bifrost instance, and configuring the MCP server for your coding tool.

Frequently Asked Questions about setup

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

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How do I set up the Bifrost SDK and CLI on Windows?

To set up the Bifrost SDK and CLI on Windows, you need Python 3.11+ and pipx. The setup process automates installation and includes troubleshooting for common Windows errors like Microsoft Store Python alias conflicts and winget failures.

How do I connect Claude Code to Bifrost via MCP?

You can connect Claude Code to Bifrost via MCP by running the Bifrost setup process, which handles MCP server registration and authentication workflow configuration automatically after the CLI is installed.

What are the prerequisites for Bifrost CLI installation on macOS and Linux?

The prerequisites for Bifrost CLI installation on macOS and Linux are Python 3.11+ and pipx. The setup workflow provides OS-specific guidance for configuring these dependencies before initializing the Bifrost SDK.

Why does my Bifrost installation fail with symlink or JSON escaping errors in PowerShell?

Bifrost installation failures in PowerShell often stem from symlink misconfigurations or JSON escaping problems. The setup process includes built-in troubleshooting to resolve these specific Windows constraints and fix broken installations.

Can I resume a broken Bifrost setup process from where it failed?

Yes, you can resume a broken Bifrost setup process. The setup workflow is state-aware, checking your current installation status and resuming from the appropriate step, such as SDK install, login, or MCP configuration.