GitHub MCP: summarize open PRs and create GitHub issues
Connect the GitHub MCP server to Warp to summarize open PRs, create issues from TODO comments, and automate repo management.
The GitHub MCP Server lets Warp agents read, write, and automate tasks in your GitHub repositories directly — no manual tab-switching required.
2. Setup
Step 1. Get a GitHub personal access token
- Go to GitHub > Settings > Developer Settings > Personal Access Tokens
- Create a new token and enable:
- ✅
repo - ✅
read:user
- ✅
Step 2. Add the server in Warp
- Open the MCP Panel via Command Palette (
Cmd+P) - Click Add Server
- Paste in your JSON config and the access token
- Save — and you’ll see the available endpoints immediately
Step 3. Workflow 1 — summarize all open PRs
Use Warp’s agent to summarize pull requests:
Behind the scenes, the MCP server:
- Lists PRs
- Fetches comments and reviews
- Compiles summaries with clickable links
Perfect for daily PR triage or stand-ups.
Step 4. Workflow 2 — create GitHub issues from TODOs
Use a saved prompt to automate issue creation.
Warp:
- Scans your codebase for TODO comments
- Calls
create_issuefor each one via MCP - Generates a linked list of new issues
This turns scattered notes into trackable tickets instantly.
Why it’s useful
- Save 20–30 minutes per session
- Keep repos synchronized automatically
- Enable PR summaries, issue tracking, and automation — all inside Warp.