GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension

@MayorFaj

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About GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension

GitHub CLI extension for GitHub MCP Server with automatic authentication

#github #cli #mcp-server

GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension config

No standard config provided

This server doesn't expose a parseable MCP config block in its README. See the repository for install instructions.

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GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension tools

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Overview

What is GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension?

A GitHub CLI extension that provides simplified installation and authentication for GitHub MCP Server, automatically downloading the correct binary for your platform and using your existing GitHub CLI credentials.

How to use GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension?

Install the extension with gh extension install MayorFaj/gh-github-mcp-server, then start the server in stdio mode by running gh github-mcp-server stdio. For VS Code, add the provided configuration to your user settings JSON.

Key features of GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension

Zero configuration – uses your existing GitHub CLI authentication
Automatic installation – downloads the correct binary for your platform
No additional dependencies – no Docker or manual token management required
Licensed under MIT

Use cases of GitHub MCP Server CLI Extension

Start GitHub MCP Server in stdio mode directly from the GitHub CLI
Integrate GitHub MCP Server with VS Code for MCP support in the editor

Frequently asked questions

How do I install the extension?

Run `gh extension install MayorFaj/gh-github-mcp-server` in your terminal.

How do I start the server?

Run `gh github-mcp-server stdio` to start the server in stdio mode.

Do I need Docker or any extra tools?

No. The extension has no additional dependencies beyond the GitHub CLI and uses your existing authentication.

What license does this extension use?

The extension is licensed under the MIT License.

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