Overview
What is GitHub Actions MCP Server?
MCP Server for the GitHub Actions API, enabling AI assistants to manage and operate GitHub Actions workflows. It is compatible with multiple AI coding assistants including Claude Desktop, Codeium, and Windsurf.
How to use GitHub Actions MCP Server?
Clone the repository, run npm install and npm run build (or build:win on Windows). Then configure the server in your AI assistant’s MCP configuration file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json) with the GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN environment variable set. Invoke tools such as list_workflows or trigger_workflow through the assistant.
Key features of GitHub Actions MCP Server
- Complete workflow management: list, view, trigger, cancel, rerun
- Workflow run analysis with detailed job information
- Comprehensive error handling with clear messages
- Flexible type validation for API response variations
- Security‑focused design with timeout and rate limiting
- Pagination support for listing workflows and runs
Use cases of GitHub Actions MCP Server
- Trigger a workflow on a specific branch with custom inputs
- Monitor workflow runs and their job details
- Cancel or rerun failed or stuck workflow runs
- View workflow usage statistics including billable minutes
- List workflows in a repository and inspect their configuration
FAQ from GitHub Actions MCP Server
What authentication is required?
A GitHub Personal Access Token with appropriate permissions must be provided via the GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN environment variable.
Which AI assistants are compatible?
The server is compatible with Claude Desktop, Codeium, and Windsurf.
How do I build and run the server?
Clone the repo, then run npm install and npm run build (or build:win on Windows). On Windows you can also use the included run-server.bat batch file.
Does the server handle GitHub API rate limits?
Yes, the server implements rate limiting to avoid hitting GitHub’s API limits. If you encounter rate limit errors, reduce request frequency.
What license is this server under?
This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License.
