beginner⏱️ 16-26 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate AI Tasks MCP server with Apify MCP Tester. Includes create_plan and add_task.

AI Tasks + Apify MCP Tester: Complete MCP Integration

AI Tasks is a MCP server that Let the AI manage complex plans with integrated task management and tracking tools. Supports STDIO, SSE and Streamable HTTP transports..

When integrated with Apify MCP Tester, you can:

  • Create a new project plan with tasks
  • Add a task to an existing plan
  • Update task completion status

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up AI Tasks in Apify MCP Tester, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • AI Tasks will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use AI Tasks tools directly in Apify MCP Tester
  • All AI Tasks capabilities will be available for your workflows
  • Access to 4 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • Apify MCP Tester installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (Web Browser)

Installation

Step 1: Install AI Tasks

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Apify MCP Tester

  1. Open Apify MCP Tester settings
  2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
  3. Add AI Tasks server with appropriate settings
  4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use AI Tasks in Apify MCP Tester:

Project Management

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Ask Apify MCP Tester: "Create a plan for mobile app development with tasks"

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Task Tracking

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Ask Apify MCP Tester: "Show all in-progress tasks and assign priorities"

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Sprint Planning

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Ask Apify MCP Tester: "Create 2-week sprint with 20 story points"

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Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch Apify MCP Tester
  2. Verify AI Tasks is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic AI Tasks functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Connection Failed

Symptoms: Cannot connect to server, Timeout errors

Cause: Server configuration or network connectivity issues

Solution:

  • Verify server URL is correct and accessible
  • Check if server supports chosen transport method (SSE/HTTP)
  • Ensure server is running and accepting connections
  • Check firewall and network settings

Tools Not Discovered

Symptoms: Empty tools list, Server connected but no capabilities

Cause: Server not properly implementing MCP protocol

Solution:

  • Verify server implements MCP protocol correctly
  • Check server logs for tool registration issues
  • Ensure server is properly configured and initialized
  • Test with known working MCP server for comparison

Tool Execution Fails

Symptoms: Tools available but not responding, Error messages during execution

Cause: Server-side errors or parameter issues

Solution:

  • Check tool parameter requirements and formats
  • Review server logs for execution errors
  • Verify required environment variables are set
  • Test with simpler tool calls first

AI Tasks not appearing in Apify MCP Tester

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check AI Tasks installation
  • Restart Apify MCP Tester
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that AI Tasks is integrated with Apify MCP Tester:

  • Explore all AI Tasks capabilities through Apify MCP Tester
  • Check out other MCP servers that work with Apify MCP Tester
  • Join the MCP community for tips and support
  • Consider contributing to AI Tasks development

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AI Tasks + Apify MCP Tester: MCP Setup Guide (2026)