Git Forensics MCP

What is Git Forensics MCP?

A specialized Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for deep git repository investigation and analysis. It provides detailed insights into repository history, branch relationships, and development patterns, focusing solely on git repository analysis rather than general GitHub or git operations.

How to use Git Forensics MCP?

Install Node.js and Git (must be accessible), then run the server as an MCP service integrated with any MCP-compatible client. Invoke tools such as get_branch_overview, analyze_time_period, analyze_file_changes, or get_merge_recommendations, providing parameters like repoPath, branches, outputPath, and tool‑specific parameters (timeRange, files). Results are written to JSON output files.

Key features of Git Forensics MCP

• Branch overview with commit counts and merge bases
• Time period analysis with categorized commits
• File change tracking with conflict risk assessment
• Merge recommendations and optimal strategy guidance
• JSON output with summaries and risk assessments

Use cases of Git Forensics MCP

• Investigate branch relationships and historical commit patterns
• Analyze development activity during specific time periods
• Track changes to particular files and identify conflict areas
• Obtain merge strategies and step‑by‑step merge guidance
• Generate risk assessments for file modifications across branches

FAQ from Git Forensics MCP

What dependencies does Git Forensics MCP require?

It requires Node.js, Git (installed and accessible), and the @modelcontextprotocol/sdk package.

How does Git Forensics MCP differ from general GitHub or git tools?

It focuses solely on deep git repository analysis—e.g., branch relationships, commit patterns, and merge conflict risks—rather than general GitHub or git operations.

What transport protocol does the server use?

The server runs on stdio transport.

What output format does Git Forensics MCP provide?

All analysis results are written to user‑specified output files in JSON format, including summaries and risk assessments.

What license is Git Forensics MCP distributed under?

It is licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0.