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GitHub MCP Server

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Basic information

Category

Version Control

Transports

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Author

AlexKissiJr

About GitHub MCP Server

No overview available yet

GitHub MCP Server config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "unreal-mcp-server": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "build",
        "-t",
        "mcp/github",
        "-f",
        "src/github/Dockerfile",
        "."
      ]
    }
  }
}

GitHub MCP Server tools

40

`owner` (string): Repository owner (username or organization)

File content and commit details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Updated branch reference

`query` (string): Search query

Repository search results

`name` (string): Repository name

Created repository details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

File/directory contents

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Created issue details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Created pull request details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Forked repository details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Created branch reference

`owner` (string): Repository owner

List of commits

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Github Issue object & details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Pull request details including diff and review status

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Array of pull request details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Created review details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Merge result details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Array of changed files with patch and status details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Combined status check results and individual check details

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Success message when branch is updated

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Array of pull request review comments with details like the comment text, author, and location in the diff

`owner` (string): Repository owner

Array of pull request reviews with details like the review state (APPROVED, CHANGES_REQUESTED, etc.), reviewer, and review body

Overview

What is GitHub MCP Server?

MCP Server for the GitHub API, enabling file operations, repository management, search functionality, and more.

How to use GitHub MCP Server?

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Key features of GitHub MCP Server

Automatic branch creation when creating/updating files
Comprehensive error handling with clear messages
Git history preservation without force pushing
Batch operations for single and multi-file commits
Advanced search for code, issues/PRs, and users

Use cases of GitHub MCP Server

Automate file creation and updates across repositories
Manage issues, pull requests, and reviews programmatically
Search for code, issues, or users with advanced queries
Fork repositories and create branches via API
Batch push multiple files in a single commit

Frequently asked questions

1

How do I search for code across repositories?

Use the `search_code` tool with a query using GitHub code search syntax (e.g., `language:javascript` to filter by language).

2

Can I create a repository with this server?

Yes, use the `create_repository` tool with a required `name` and optional `description`, `private`, and `autoInit` parameters.

3

What is the maximum number of results per page for search?

The maximum is 100 for search tools like `search_repositories`, `search_code`, `search_issues`, and `search_users`, as well as for `list_pull_requests`.

4

How do I update an existing file without overwriting?

Use `create_or_update_file` and provide the `sha` of the file being replaced; the server will update the file instead of creating a new one.

5

How can I filter issues by labels and state?

Use the `list_issues` tool with `state` (open/closed/all) and `labels` (array of label names) parameters to filter the results.

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