github
the github mcp server enables ai tools to interact with github, allowing for repository management, issue tracking, and workflow automation through natural language.
development
free
no coding required
Server Statistics
setup time
10 minutes
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forks
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watchers
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open issues
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last updated
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language: golicense: mitlast release: v0.24.1 (December 8, 2025)
description
connects ai assistants to github for managing repositories and workflows.
use cases
- repository management: browse and query code, search files, analyze commits.
- issue & pr automation: create, update, and manage issues and pull requests.
- ci/cd & workflow intelligence: monitor github actions workflow runs and analyze build failures.
technical details
prerequisites
- compatible mcp host (vs code 1.101+, claude desktop, etc.)
- github personal access token (pat) if using pat authentication
installation steps
- step 1: ensure you have a compatible mcp host with remote server support.
- step 2: use the one-click install buttons or manually configure your host with the provided json.
- step 3: start the server and toggle agent mode in your mcp host.
configuration example
{"servers": {"github": {"type": "http", "url": "https://api.githubcopilot.com/mcp/"}}}required accounts
github
tags
github
mcp
mcp-server
ai-assistants
go
model-context-protocol