The GitHub MCP Server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This protocol standardizes communication between Large Language Models (LLMs) and client applications.
To use it, clone the repository and install its dependencies. You must configure a GitHub personal access token for authentication. After starting the server, you can interact with it through its API endpoints.
Key features include repository operations like creating files and managing branches, searching for code on GitHub, and managing issues and pull requests. It also handles secure authentication with the GitHub API.
Use cases involve automating repository management, enhancing code search with LLMs, and programmatically handling issues and pull requests.
Prerequisites to run the server are Node.js (v16.0.0 or higher), npm or yarn, and a GitHub personal access token. Setup involves following the installation instructions in the repository to clone, install dependencies, and configure your environment.