Install Git Context in Claude Code
This server doesn't publish a package to a registry, so follow the install steps in its README. Once it runs, register it with Claude Code:
claude mcp add git-context -- <command to start the server>Frequently asked questions
What does the Git Context MCP server do?
Explains why code exists by tracing lines back to commits, GitHub PR descriptions and linked issues, plus file history, commit search and contributors.
Is the Git Context MCP server free?
Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.
Does Git Context run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add Git Context to Claude Code?
Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/muhannad-hash/git-context-mcp, then register it with "claude mcp add".
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