GitHub Copilot
MCP server that enables AI assistants to interact with Github Copilot cli, leveraging copilot massive token window for large file analysis and codebase understanding
What is GitHub Copilot?
GitHub Copilot is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to mcp server that enables ai assistants to interact with github copilot cli, leveraging copilot massive token window for large file analysis and codebase understanding
MCP server that enables AI assistants to interact with Github Copilot cli, leveraging copilot massive token window for large file analysis and codebase understanding
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Features
- MCP server that enables AI assistants to interact with Githu
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx copilot-mcp-toolConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use GitHub Copilot
The Copilot MCP Tool server exposes GitHub Copilot CLI capabilities as MCP tools, letting Claude and other MCP clients leverage Copilot's large token window for deep code analysis, explanation, refactoring, debugging, test generation, and code review. It requires an active GitHub Copilot subscription and an authenticated Copilot CLI.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 22.0.0 or higher
- npm 10.0.0 or higher
- Active GitHub Copilot subscription (Individual, Business, or Enterprise)
- GitHub Copilot CLI installed and authenticated: npm install -g @github/copilot && copilot /login
Install the GitHub Copilot CLI and authenticate
Install the GitHub Copilot CLI globally and log in with your GitHub account to authorize Copilot access.
npm install -g @github/copilot
copilot /loginInstall the Copilot MCP server package
Install the @aykahshi/copilot-mcp-server package globally, or use npx to run it without installation.
# Global install
npm install -g @aykahshi/copilot-mcp-server
# Or use directly via npx (no install needed)
npx -y @aykahshi/copilot-mcp-serverAdd the server to your MCP client configuration
Edit your Claude Desktop or other MCP client config to include the Copilot MCP server. Optionally set a model preference with the --prefer flag.
{
"mcpServers": {
"copilot": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@aykahshi/copilot-mcp-server"]
}
}
}
// To prefer GPT models over Claude:
// "args": ["-y", "@aykahshi/copilot-mcp-server", "--prefer", "gpt"]Restart your MCP client and verify available tools
Restart Claude Desktop (or your chosen client). The following tools should now be available: ask-copilot, copilot-explain, copilot-suggest, copilot-debug, copilot-refactor, copilot-review, copilot-test-generate, copilot-session-start, and copilot-session-history.
GitHub Copilot Examples
Client configuration
Claude Desktop configuration for the Copilot MCP server using npx transport with the default Claude model preference.
{
"mcpServers": {
"copilot": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@aykahshi/copilot-mcp-server"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts that invoke specific Copilot tools through the MCP interface.
- "Use copilot-explain to explain what this recursive function does line by line"
- "Use copilot-debug with my function and the error 'TypeError: Cannot read properties of undefined' to find the bug"
- "Use copilot-test-generate with framework jest to create unit tests for this utility module"
- "Use copilot-refactor to suggest improvements for readability and performance in this class"
- "Use copilot-review to give feedback on this pull request diff"Troubleshooting GitHub Copilot
Server fails to start with 'copilot: command not found'
The GitHub Copilot CLI must be installed globally before starting the MCP server. Run npm install -g @github/copilot and then copilot /login to authenticate. Verify installation with which copilot.
Tool calls return authentication errors or 401 responses
Your Copilot CLI session may have expired. Run copilot /login again to re-authenticate. Ensure your GitHub account has an active Copilot subscription at github.com/settings/copilot.
Node.js version incompatibility error on startup
This server requires Node.js 22.0.0 or higher. Check your version with node --version and upgrade using nvm: nvm install 22 && nvm use 22.
Frequently Asked Questions about GitHub Copilot
What is GitHub Copilot?
GitHub Copilot is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that mcp server that enables ai assistants to interact with github copilot cli, leveraging copilot massive token window for large file analysis and codebase understanding It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install GitHub Copilot?
Follow the installation instructions on the GitHub Copilot GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with GitHub Copilot?
GitHub Copilot works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is GitHub Copilot free to use?
Yes, GitHub Copilot is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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