Using GitHub MCP server with Claude code
10 days ago
- #Claude Code
- #MCP Server
- #GitHub
- GitHub serves as an MCP server for Claude Desktop integration, enabling repository management, workflow automation, and AI-assisted code analysis.
- Integration with Claude Code allows accessing GitHub functionalities directly within Claude Code.
- Setup involves installing GitHub, configuring Claude Code, and verifying the integration through testing.
- Prerequisites include having Claude Code installed and a compatible OS (Windows, macOS, Linux).
- Configuration details are added to the project's CLAUDE.md file for automatic detection by Claude Code.
- Examples and test commands are provided to ensure the setup works correctly.
- Troubleshooting tips address common issues like server not found, configuration not loaded, and GitHub not appearing in Claude Code.
- Next steps encourage exploring GitHub capabilities, joining the MCP community, and contributing to GitHub development.