How to Use the GitHub MCP in Claude Code

Q: Can Claude Code list my GitHub orgs?

Yes. Use listmyorganizations to see your memberships. It works just like the other tools in the server.

Claude Code runs GitHub automation directly from your terminal.

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Connect GitHub MCP to Claude Code

Create your Vinkius account to connect GitHub to Claude Code and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Claude Code manages GitHub repo state

Automate your CI/CD tasks using `list_repo_branches` and `list_pull_requests`. This server lets you query the repo status from your shell. It is designed for headless operation in your terminal. You can pipe the output into other scripts to build custom monitoring tools.

Fetch GitHub files with Claude Code

Use `get_file_content` to pull source code into your terminal environment. It is useful for quick audits or running local grep commands. The tool retrieves the raw data you need for debugging. It bypasses the browser entirely to keep your workflow fast and efficient.

Check GitHub notifications via Claude Code

Monitor your inbox with `list_recent_notifications`. Claude Code keeps you informed without requiring a browser window. It provides a direct feed of your project activity. You can react to urgent items as soon as they appear in your command line.

Setup guide

Set up GitHub MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see github-extended-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest GitHub transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available GitHub tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http github-extended-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the GitHub MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "github-extended-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about GitHub MCP in Claude Code

Run the command line tool with the add flag. Provide the server URL to register the tools in your config file.

Yes. The server supports headless execution, making it perfect for automated jobs and pipeline scripts.

The server transmits data over the transport you select. It only handles the information requested by your specific commands.

Yes. Use `list_my_organizations` to see your memberships. It works just like the other tools in the server.

Your token is held in your local configuration. Ensure your machine has restricted access to keep your credentials safe.

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