Overview
what is MCP GitHub Repository Server?
MCP GitHub Repository Server is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides access to GitHub repository contents, allowing AI assistants to browse and read files from specified GitHub repositories.
how to use MCP GitHub Repository Server?
To use the server, configure it with your GitHub Personal Access Token and repository details, then run the server to access files via the provided API endpoints.
key features of MCP GitHub Repository Server?
- Access any file in a GitHub repository via URI
- List repository contents and navigate directories
- Support for branch-specific file access
- File contents served as plain text
- Error handling for various issues
use cases of MCP GitHub Repository Server?
- AI assistants retrieving code files from GitHub repositories.
- Developers accessing documentation files directly from repositories.
- Automated tools listing and reading files in a repository for analysis.
FAQ from MCP GitHub Repository Server?
- What is required to run the server?
You need a GitHub Personal Access Token and the repository details to configure the server.
- Can I access private repositories?
Yes, as long as your token has the appropriate permissions.
- How do I debug the server?
Use the MCP Inspector for debugging, which provides a URL to access debugging tools in your browser.