• VERSION
  • COMPATIBILITY
  • LOGS
  • HUMAN

How to audit Git instance versions with your AI

Connect your Forgejo or Gitea instance to your AI client once. From there, you can pull version data and check API compatibility through simple chat commands.

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Short answer

How can I check my Forgejo or Gitea version with AI?

Your AI uses specific tools to query your self-hosted instance for its current version number. This lets you instantly confirm if your API is up to date without logging into a web dashboard. You get a clear breakdown of versioning and compatibility status.

The audit outcomes

What you get from the check

The specific data points your AI retrieves.

VERSION

Current version number

The AI pulls the exact build version from your instance. You'll know immediately if you're running an outdated release.

COMPATIBILITY

API status check

The AI compares your version against known API requirements. This helps you predict if your integrations will break.

LOGS

Version history context

The AI can help you interpret the version data. You decide if the version meets your specific deployment needs.

HUMAN

Manual updates

The AI cannot perform the actual software update. You must handle the installation and migration of the Git instance yourself.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI acts as a bridge between your chat interface and your self-hosted Git instance.

  1. Identify the instance

    The AI determines if you are targeting a Forgejo or Gitea instance based on your prompt.

    get_forgejo_versionget_gitea_version

  2. Fetch Forgejo version

    If you are using Forgejo, the AI calls the specific tool to grab the version string.

    get_forgejo_version

  3. Fetch Gitea version

    For Gitea instances, the AI pulls the version data directly from the instance API.

    get_gitea_version

  4. Analyze compatibility

    The AI reviews the retrieved version number to answer your questions about API support.

    get_forgejo_versionget_gitea_version

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin your audit.

Starting points

Swap out the instance names or specific version requirements to match your setup.

Forgejo Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_OGbMMQVsinb0BjKH6qJI5Qwlr4pWGYjZRMU7QWs7/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Forgejo capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "forgejo-gitea-fork-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_OGbMMQVsinb0BjKH6qJI5Qwlr4pWGYjZRMU7QWs7/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • What version of Forgejo am I running?

  • Check my Gitea instance version and tell me if it's compatible with the latest API.

  • Is my Forgejo instance up to date?

  • Run a version check on my Gitea instance.

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Start here

Connect Forgejo once, then ask.

Add your instance credentials to the MCP. Once connected, your AI can query your Git data whenever you need it.

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FAQ

Common questions

  • 01

    Can the AI update my Git instance?

    No. The AI can only read version information. You must perform all updates and installations manually.

  • 02

    Does the AI change any settings in my instance?

    No. This MCP is read-only for version checks. It cannot modify your repositories, users, or configurations.

  • 03

    Can I check both Gitea and Forgejo?

    Yes. The AI uses different tools to handle each type of instance.

  • 04

    Do I need to provide an API token?

    Yes. You will need to provide the necessary credentials during the connection process so the AI can talk to your instance.

  • 05

    Will this work with my local self-hosted instance?

    Yes, as long as your instance is reachable by the MCP and you provide the correct connection details.

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