serena
pipVerifiedSerena provides semantic code retrieval and editing via an MCP server. It connects to GitHub for repository access and integrates with code editors. Developers use it to search codebases, generate code, and refactor with AI assistance.
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Overview
Serena provides semantic code retrieval and editing via an MCP server. It connects to GitHub for repository access and integrates with code editors. Developers use it to search codebases, generate code, and refactor with AI assistance.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install serena2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"oraios-serena-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install serena"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from serena?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for serena
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from serena. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| SERENA_API_KEY | Yes | Your serena API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in serena?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in serena"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in serena with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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