GitHub FAQs

Question 1

Do I need an API key to use the GitHub tool?

Accepted Answer

No, an API key is not required when accessing public GitHub data through this tool, simplifying its use for many common data retrieval tasks.

Question 2

What is the GitHub tool designed for?

Accepted Answer

The GitHub tool provides a standardized way to access and manage GitHub data, including repositories, issues, and user profiles, by leveraging the GitHub REST API through a structured protocol.

Question 3

How does this tool integrate into workflows or applications?

Accepted Answer

This tool functions as an MCP (Model-Context-Protocol) server, specifically 'mcp-github', which is part of the Pipeworx open MCP gateway. This allows for easy integration into various applications and workflows that support the MCP standard.

Question 4

What specific GitHub information can I retrieve with this tool?

Accepted Answer

You can search GitHub repositories by keywords and sort results, retrieve comprehensive details for any repository, list open and closed issues associated with a specific repository, and fetch public profile information for any GitHub user.

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