GitHub

by github · Version Control · mcp-server

Integration with GitHub Issues, Pull Requests, and more.

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for GitHub that enables AI assistants to access GitHub repositories, issues, pull requests, and other GitHub data.

Source: https://github.com/github/github-mcp-server

Install

git clone https://github.com/github/github-mcp-server

Tags: mcp-server

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About Version Control MCP servers and Claude skills

Version Control MCP servers extend what AI agents can do inside Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, Codex, and Windsurf. The Skiln directory indexes 16,000+ such integrations across 22 categories.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install GitHub?

Add the install command above to your Claude Code, Cursor, or Windsurf MCP configuration. Most servers register via npx, a local command, or a Docker image. Refer to the source repository for environment variables and credential requirements.

Which clients support GitHub?

Any MCP-compatible client works: Claude Desktop, Claude Code CLI, Cursor, Windsurf, Zed, and VS Code with the official MCP extension. OpenAI Codex and GitHub Copilot increasingly support MCP via adapter bridges.

Is GitHub free?

The server itself is typically open source. Any upstream service (API keys, paid tiers, hosted infrastructure) may have its own pricing. Check the source repository for details.