Can I search for code within repositories?

Yes, the `search_code` tool searches code in a repository using a query string.

How do I specify a repository owner?

Use the `owner` parameter in tools such as `list_repositories_issues` and `get_pull_request`.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Github MCP Server

A model context protocol server for GitHub API

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What is the Github MCP Server?

A model context protocol server for GitHub API

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Github MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "github": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "github-mcp-server"],
      "env": {
        "GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your_personal_github_access_token"
      }
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.