Local Clients (STDIO)

Use STDIO for clients that run on your machine:

• Claude Desktop
• Windsurf
• Cursor
• GitHub Copilot
• Cline
• Roo Code
• JetBrains AI
• Claude Code
• Gemini CLI
• Amazon Q Developer

STDIO is usually the fastest and simplest route for local workflows. The Client Conductor Configurator inside GameCatalyst helps generate the right configuration for the right AI client.

Why STDIO is recommended for local use:

STDIO (standard input/output) is a direct communication channel between your AI client and GameCatalyst. There is no network overhead, no HTTP routing, and no latency from external services. Commands execute with minimal delay, which makes the real-time feedback loop feel snappy and responsive.

How to set it up:

Open the Client Conductor Configurator from the Dashboard, select your AI client from the dropdown, choose STDIO as the transport, and click Generate. The configurator produces the exact JSON configuration you need to paste into your AI client’s settings file. No manual editing required.