limited-github-cli-mcp
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About limited-github-cli-mcp
MCP Server for Github CLI
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Overview
What is limited-github-cli-mcp?
limited-github-cli-mcp is an MCP server that uses the GitHub CLI (gh) to perform pull request (PR) operations on GitHub. It leverages the local gh command without requiring a GitHub Access Token, making it a secure way to manage PRs.
How to use limited-github-cli-mcp?
To use limited-github-cli-mcp, you need GitHub CLI installed, logged in via gh auth login, and a local clone of the repository you want to work with. Then call MCP tools like create_pr, list_prs, view_pr, and comment_pr with appropriate arguments (e.g., title, body, state, PR number).
Key features of limited-github-cli-mcp
- Create a pull request with title, body, base, head, and draft option
- List pull requests filtered by state, base branch, and result limit
- View detailed information of a specific pull request by number
- Comment on a pull request by specifying PR number and comment body
Use cases of limited-github-cli-mcp
- Automate creating pull requests from feature branches
- Review recent pull requests filtered by state (open, closed, merged)
- Inspect a specific pull request’s details for code review
- Add comments to pull requests during collaborative review
FAQ from limited-github-cli-mcp
Do I need a GitHub Access Token?
No. limited-github-cli-mcp uses the GitHub CLI’s authentication credentials, so no token is required.
What are the prerequisites for using this server?
You must have the GitHub CLI (gh) installed, be logged in with gh auth login, and have a local clone of the repository you want to work with.
What operations does limited-github-cli-mcp support?
It supports creating PRs, listing PRs (with state/base branch filters), viewing a PR’s details, and commenting on a PR.
Is a local repository required?
Yes. The server operates on a local clone of the GitHub repository, so you must be inside a cloned directory.
How does limited-github-cli-mcp handle security?
It does not handle GitHub Access Tokens directly. All authentication is delegated to the local GitHub CLI, making token management more secure.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GitHub Access Token?
No. limited-github-cli-mcp uses the GitHub CLI’s authentication credentials, so no token is required.
What are the prerequisites for using this server?
You must have the GitHub CLI (`gh`) installed, be logged in with `gh auth login`, and have a local clone of the repository you want to work with.
What operations does limited-github-cli-mcp support?
It supports creating PRs, listing PRs (with state/base branch filters), viewing a PR’s details, and commenting on a PR.
Is a local repository required?
Yes. The server operates on a local clone of the GitHub repository, so you must be inside a cloned directory.
How does limited-github-cli-mcp handle security?
It does not handle GitHub Access Tokens directly. All authentication is delegated to the local GitHub CLI, making token management more secure.
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