GitHub FAQs

Question 1

What is the GitHub MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a tool that allows Large Language Model (LLM) agents to interact with GitHub repositories, issues, and pull requests through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It provides a set of services that enable AI systems to safely and effectively manage GitHub resources.

Question 2

What are the prerequisites for using the GitHub MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You need Java 17+, Maven 3.6+, Spring Boot 3.3.6, Spring AI MCP Server components, and a GitHub account with a personal access token.

Question 3

What can I do with this tool?

Accepted Answer

You can automate tasks like listing repositories, creating issues, commenting on pull requests, searching code, and more, all through an LLM agent. It helps streamline development workflows using AI.

Question 4

What are the security considerations when using this tool?

Accepted Answer

Since you're providing a GitHub personal access token, ensure it has only the necessary permissions for the tasks the LLM agent will perform. Run the server in a controlled environment to minimize risk.

Question 5

How do I configure the server to use my GitHub account?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to set environment variables such as `GITHUB_TOKEN` (your personal access token), `GITHUB_HOST` (e.g., github.com), and `GITHUB_REPOSITORY` (the default repository you want to work with).

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