Github Mcp Server
Pull GitHub stars, trending repos, code search, and contributor maps into agent research when picking libraries, forks, or open-source directions.
Overview
com.thenextgennexus/github-mcp-server is a MCP server for the Idea phase that surfaces GitHub stars, trending repos, code search, and contributor maps for project research in your agent.
What is this MCP server?
- GitHub repo analytics including stars and trending signals
- Code search and contributor maps for project due diligence
- Streamable HTTP MCP remote via NexGenData proxy
- Apify token required in Authorization header
- Version 1.0.0 on MCP 2025-12-11 server schema
- Capabilities listed: stars, trending, code search, contributor maps
- Server version: 1.0.0
- Connection: streamable-http with required Apify Authorization
What problem does it solve?
Solo builders bounce between GitHub UI, search, and star charts when they only need a fast read on whether a repo is worth adopting or forking.
Who is it for?
Indie hackers evaluating OSS dependencies, starter kits, or competitor open-source products before writing application code.
Skip if: Teams that need full GitHub App OAuth flows, PR merge automation, or private org policy enforcement inside CI.
What do I get? / Deliverables
With the MCP remote configured, your agent can run GitHub analytics and search-style research without custom GitHub API scripts.
- GitHub stars, trending, search, and contributor insights inside agent workflows
- Faster OSS due diligence before scaffolding a new repo
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Journey fit
Repository analytics and code search support early technical discovery before you commit to a stack or fork strategy. Trending repos, star velocity, and contributor maps are classic idea-phase research signals for solo builders evaluating OSS options.
How it compares
GitHub research and analytics MCP, not a local git operations or code-review skill.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is com.thenextgennexus/github-mcp-server for?
It is for solo builders and agent users researching GitHub repositories, trends, and contributors before they pick a stack or open-source base.
When should I use com.thenextgennexus/github-mcp-server?
Use it during idea-phase research when comparing repos, scanning trending projects, or mapping contributors for a library you might depend on.
How do I add com.thenextgennexus/github-mcp-server to my agent?
Register the streamable HTTP remote URL, set the Authorization header to your Apify API token, and enable the server in your MCP-capable coding agent.