LocalFree

Git Why MCP server

alliecatowo/git-why

Finds the Git commits that explain why code is the way it is: semantic and full-text history search.

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Install Git Why in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add git-why -- npx -y @alliecatowo/git-why
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "git-why": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@alliecatowo/git-why"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Git Why MCP server do?

Finds the Git commits that explain why code is the way it is: semantic and full-text history search.

Is the Git Why 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 Why 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 Why to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add git-why -- npx -y @alliecatowo/git-why

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