✏️ Explanatory Question

How do you set up GitHub MCP Server in Visual Studio Code using OAuth?

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📘 Detailed Answer
🟢 Easy
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Answer with Explanation

  • Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P).

  • Type MCP: add server and press Enter.

  • Choose HTTP (HTTP or SSE).

  • Enter the URL: https://api.githubcopilot.com/mcp/.

  • Accept or enter a Server ID.

  • Choose where to save the configuration (User or Workspace).

  • Authorize GitHub via OAuth login.
    After setup, you can use MCP tools directly in VS Code with Copilot Chat.