mcp linear
npxStandardMCP Linear lets AI agents interact with Linear's project management system. It exposes APIs to retrieve, create, and update issues, projects, and teams. Connects directly to Linear's API. Useful for developers building AI assistants to manage Linear projects via natural language commands.
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Overview
MCP Linear lets AI agents interact with Linear's project management system. It exposes APIs to retrieve, create, and update issues, projects, and teams. Connects directly to Linear's API. Useful for developers building AI assistants to manage Linear projects via natural language commands.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @tacticlaunch/mcp-linear2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"tacticlaunch-mcp-linear-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @tacticlaunch/mcp-linear"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp linear?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp linear
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp linear. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_LINEAR_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp linear API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp linear?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp linear"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp linear with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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