beginner⏱️ 10-20 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate USPTO MCP server with Sourcegraph Cody. Enhanced Sourcegraph Cody functionality with USPTO integration.

USPTO + Sourcegraph Cody: Complete MCP Integration

USPTO is a MCP server that MCP server for accessing United States Patent & Trademark Office data through its Open Data Protocol (ODP) API..

When integrated with Sourcegraph Cody, you can:

  • Access USPTO functionality through Sourcegraph Cody

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up USPTO in Sourcegraph Cody, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • USPTO will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use USPTO tools directly in Sourcegraph Cody
  • All USPTO capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • Sourcegraph Cody installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (VS Code Extension, JetBrains Extension)

Installation

Step 1: Install USPTO

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Sourcegraph Cody

  1. Open Sourcegraph Cody settings
  2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
  3. Add USPTO server with appropriate settings
  4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use USPTO in Sourcegraph Cody:

Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch Sourcegraph Cody
  2. Verify USPTO is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic USPTO functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Tools Not Available

Symptoms: Cody does not see the connected tools

Cause: Incorrect config path or JSON syntax error

Solution:

  • Verify path is exactly ~/.config/cody/mcp_servers.json
  • Check JSON validity
  • Check Cody output logs in VS Code Output panel

USPTO not appearing in Sourcegraph Cody

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check USPTO installation
  • Restart Sourcegraph Cody
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that USPTO is integrated with Sourcegraph Cody:

  • Explore all USPTO capabilities through Sourcegraph Cody
  • Check out other MCP servers that work with Sourcegraph Cody
  • Join the MCP community for tips and support
  • Consider contributing to USPTO development

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USPTO + Sourcegraph Cody: MCP Setup Guide (2026)