gh-mcp

by shuymn · Developer Tools · ★ 54

gh-mcp is an MCP server by shuymn. A GitHub CLI extension that seamlessly runs the github-mcp-server using your existing gh authentication. Eliminates manual PAT setup by automatically retrieving GitHub credentials and launching the MCP server with proper authentication. It has 54 GitHub stars and ranks #800 of 2217 in Developer Tools by stars.

Category: Developer Tools
Author: shuymn
GitHub stars: 54
This week: Tracking since 18 Oct 2026
Language: Go
License: MIT (open source)
Last update: 2026-10-23 (yesterday)
Links: Source

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How to install gh-mcp

Install steps differ per project, so follow the README in the gh-mcp repository. Most MCP servers start with a single command (npx -y <package>, uvx <package> or a Docker image) that you add to your client's config. The install guide shows where that goes in Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor and VS Code.

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Frequently asked questions

What is gh-mcp?

gh-mcp is an MCP server by shuymn in the Developer Tools category. A GitHub CLI extension that seamlessly runs the github-mcp-server using your existing gh authentication. Eliminates manual PAT setup by automatically retrieving GitHub credentials and launching the MCP server with proper authentication. It has 54 GitHub stars and ranks #800 of 2217 in Developer Tools by stars.

Is gh-mcp free and open source?

Yes. gh-mcp is published under the MIT license, so you can run, modify and self-host it at no cost. If it connects to a paid service, that service's own pricing and API terms still apply. Check the repository for the exact license text before using it commercially.

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