What is the GitLab MCP Server?

The GitLab MCP Server enables AI assistants (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor) to directly interact with and manage your self-hosted GitLab instances using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

What GitLab versions and APIs does it support?

It supports GitLab 14.x+ versions and interacts securely via the GitLab REST API v4. Authentication is handled using GitLab Personal Access Tokens.

How can I deploy the GitLab MCP Server?

Deployment is simple and efficient using Docker containers. You can use `docker compose` for a quick setup or `docker run` directly, providing your GitLab URL and Personal Access Token as environment variables.

What kind of GitLab operations can AI assistants perform with this tool?

AI assistants can manage over 30 distinct operations across various GitLab domains, including Projects, Merge Requests, CI/CD Pipelines, Jobs, and Repository elements like branches and commits, significantly enhancing workflow automation.

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Facilitates interaction with self-hosted GitLab instances via the Model Context Protocol for AI assistants.

The GitLab MCP Server acts as a bridge, enabling AI assistants like Claude Code and Cursor to directly manage resources on self-hosted GitLab instances. By leveraging the GitLab REST API v4, it provides a comprehensive set of tools for automating tasks related to projects, merge requests, CI/CD pipelines, and repositories, all secured with Personal Access Token authentication. This server simplifies the integration of AI-driven workflows into your existing GitLab ecosystem, offering seamless management of development operations.

Key Features

01Manages GitLab 14.x+ resources via REST API v4.

02Offers easy deployment with Docker containers.

03Provides over 30 tools for managing Projects, Merge Requests, CI/CD Pipelines, and Repository elements.

04Supports configurable `stdio` and Server-Sent Events (SSE) transport modes for client communication.

05Authenticates securely using GitLab Personal Access Tokens.

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Use Cases

01Integrating self-hosted GitLab instances into AI-driven development and operational workflows.

02Enabling programmatic management of GitLab projects, branches, and CI/CD operations through an MCP client.

03Automating various GitLab tasks with AI assistants (e.g., creating merge requests, retrying pipelines).