GitHub MCP Server
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The GitHub MCP Server provides tools for interacting with GitHub's API, allowing users to create and update repositories using natural language commands. It currently supports creating repositories with descriptions, topics, and website URLs.
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What is GitHub MCP Server?
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that simplifies GitHub repository management by enabling the creation and modification of repositories using natural language commands.
How to use GitHub MCP Server?
- Clone the repository. 2. Install dependencies using
npm install. 3. Build the server usingnpm run build. 4. Configure the server with a GitHub personal access token in your MCP settings file. 5. Use thecreate_repotool with natural language commands to create or update repositories.
Key features of GitHub MCP Server
Create GitHub repositories with auto-generated names from descriptions
Add topics/tags to repositories
Set repository homepages
Auto-initialize repositories with README files
Use cases of GitHub MCP Server
Automating repository creation for new projects
Updating repository descriptions and tags based on project evolution
Managing repository metadata through natural language commands
Streamlining GitHub workflow within an MCP environment
FAQ from GitHub MCP Server
What permissions does the GitHub token need?
What permissions does the GitHub token need?
The GitHub personal access token requires repository creation permissions.
Can I update other repository settings besides description, tags, and website?
Can I update other repository settings besides description, tags, and website?
Currently, the server only supports updating the description, tags, and website URL. Future versions may include more features.
How does the server handle errors?
How does the server handle errors?
Error handling is not explicitly mentioned in the README. You may need to check the server's code for details.
Is there a limit to the number of tags I can add?
Is there a limit to the number of tags I can add?
The README doesn't specify a limit, but GitHub itself may have limitations on the number of topics/tags per repository.
Can I use this server with other MCP tools?
Can I use this server with other MCP tools?
Yes, this server is designed to be used within an MCP environment and can interact with other MCP tools.