> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.humanity.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.humanity.org/working-with-llms/codex-integration-guide.md).

# Codex Integration Guide

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## 1. Add Codex to VS Code

* Open **VS Code → Extensions**.
* Search for **“Codex – OpenAI’s coding agent”** (publisher: OpenAI).
* Click **Install**.
* If Codex doesn’t appear immediately, **restart VS Code**.

After install, you’ll see **Codex** in the left sidebar; you can also drag it to the **right sidebar** if you prefer.

## 2. Sign in (connect your account)

After installation, the extension will prompt you to sign in. You can use **ChatGPT account.** \
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if extension does not show up in your sidebar, hit `CTRL + SHIT + P` and enter `Codex:Open Codex Sidebar` and click. \
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The Codex chat window will be displayed.&#x20;

## 3. Connect to Humanity Gitbook MCP

1. At the top right side of the Codex chat window click on the **gear icon** and select **MCP Settings** **→ Open MCP Settings.**
2. Under **Custom Server** click **Add Server.**
3. Choose a name and click on **Streamable HTTP.**  Leave all other fields as default.
4. For the **URL** insert [**https://docs.humanity.org/\~gitbook/mcp**](https://docs.humanity.org/~gitbook/mcp) and click **Save.**

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5. Make sure the server is active (switch button is on) and wait for the synchronization to complete.&#x20;

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## 4. Scope Codex's output

When prompting Codex, include:

* A reference to the name of the MCP server you use to connect with Gitbook.
* The desired outcome (e.g. OAuth login + preset verification).

Example:

```
Use the <name_of_your_mcp_server> and give me an example on how to connect with the SDK / API
```


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