• NEW REPO
  • DATA FETCH
  • HUMAN ACTION
  • READY

How to create and initialize repositories with your AI

Connect Gitee to your agent once. From there, you can spin up new projects or pull repository details using simple text commands.

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Short answer

Can my AI set up Gitee repositories for me?

Yes. Your agent uses Gitee tools to create new repositories and retrieve information from existing ones. You'll get a direct path from a text command to a live repository.

The outcomes.

Where your commands land.

Every request you send results in one of these four states.

NEW REPO

Instant project starts

The AI builds a fresh repository on Gitee based on your instructions. You get a clean slate for your code without opening a browser.

DATA FETCH

Existing repo details

Your agent pulls metadata and configuration from your current Gitee projects. This lets you check settings or status instantly.

HUMAN ACTION

Manual code pushes

The AI handles the setup, but you still manage the actual code commits and logic. You stay in control of the codebase.

READY

Ready to clone

Once the agent finishes the setup, the repository is live. You can immediately clone it to your local machine or IDE.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask for a repo.

The agent translates your plain English into specific Gitee API calls.

  1. Parse your request

    Your agent looks at your text to identify the intended repository name and any specific settings you mentioned.

    get_repo

  2. Build the repository

    The agent executes the command to create the new project on your Gitee account.

    create_repo

  3. Verify the setup

    The agent checks the newly created repository to ensure the configuration matches what you asked for.

    get_repo

  4. Confirm completion

    The agent tells you the repository is ready and provides the necessary details to start working.

    get_repo

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the Gitee tools.

Starting points

These are opening lines. Swap out the names like 'my-web-app' for your actual project names.

Gitee Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8m9nw1WZQ5BV5pR56rKb4GBM6fVy4XDmkY9qdu9T/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 — Gitee capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gitee-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8m9nw1WZQ5BV5pR56rKb4GBM6fVy4XDmkY9qdu9T/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Create a new Gitee repository called 'frontend-service'.

  • Show me the details for my 'data-pipeline' repo on Gitee.

  • Initialize a Gitee repo named 'mobile-api' with a description of 'User authentication service'.

  • Check if the 'legacy-system' repository exists on my Gitee account.

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Start here

Connect Gitee once, then ask.

Just link your account via the Vinkius dashboard. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can start using the tools in your favorite AI client immediately.

Connect Gitee to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI write code inside the repository?

    No. The AI can create and inspect the repository structure, but you are responsible for writing and pushing the actual code files.

  • 02

    Can the AI delete my existing repositories?

    No. The current tools only allow for creating new repositories and retrieving information from existing ones.

  • 03

    Do I need to use the Gitee website to create a repo?

    No. Once connected, your agent handles the creation process through text commands.

  • 04

    Can the AI manage my repository permissions?

    No. The agent is limited to creating and getting repository data; it cannot modify user permissions or access levels.

  • 05

    Will my Gitee password be shared with the AI?

    No. Vinkius manages the connection securely so your agent can act on your behalf without seeing your raw credentials.

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