gh-mcp
npxVerifiedgh-mcp is an MCP server for GitHub Issues that allows AI agents to read, create, and manage issues. It provides tools for script execution and integrates with the GitHub API. Developers use it to automate issue tracking, triage, and management, streamlining workflows and improving collaboration.
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Overview
gh-mcp is an MCP server for GitHub Issues that allows AI agents to read, create, and manage issues. It provides tools for script execution and integrates with the GitHub API. Developers use it to automate issue tracking, triage, and management, streamlining workflows and improving collaboration.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @belsar-ai/gh-mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"belsar-ai-gh-mcp-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @belsar-ai/gh-mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from gh-mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for gh-mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from gh-mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| GH-MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your gh-mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in gh-mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in gh-mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in gh-mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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