GitHub MCP Server
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The GitHub MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server designed to interact with the GitHub API. It provides a set of tools for managing repositories, creating commits, and pushing/pulling changes.
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What is GitHub MCP Server?
The GitHub MCP Server is a server that implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to provide a standardized way to interact with the GitHub API. It allows users to perform various GitHub operations through a defined protocol, making it easier to automate tasks and integrate with other systems.
How to use GitHub MCP Server?
- Install the server using
npm install. - Build the server using
npm run build. - Set your GitHub personal access token as an environment variable:
export GITHUB_TOKEN=your_token_here. - Run the server using
npm start. - Use the provided tools (e.g.,
list_user_repos,get_repo,create_repo,create_commit,push,pull) by sending appropriately formatted requests to the server.
Key features of GitHub MCP Server
List user repositories
Get repository details
Create new repositories
Create commits with file changes
Push changes to remote repository
Pull changes from remote repository
Use cases of GitHub MCP Server
Automating repository management tasks
Integrating GitHub with CI/CD pipelines
Building tools that interact with the GitHub API
Creating scripts to manage code changes
Programmatically creating and updating repositories
FAQ from GitHub MCP Server
What is a GitHub personal access token?
What is a GitHub personal access token?
A GitHub personal access token is a credential that allows you to authenticate to GitHub when using the API. It's similar to a password, but can be revoked and has specific permissions.
What permissions are required for the GitHub token?
What permissions are required for the GitHub token?
The required permissions depend on the operations you want to perform. At a minimum, you'll likely need repo access for most operations.
How do I find my GitHub username?
How do I find my GitHub username?
Your GitHub username is the name you use to log in to GitHub.com.
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
The Model Context Protocol is a protocol designed for interacting with various services and APIs in a standardized way. It defines a common interface for sending requests and receiving responses.
How can I debug the server?
How can I debug the server?
You can use the MCP Inspector (npm run inspector) to debug the server and inspect the requests and responses being exchanged.