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ar-init-mcps

Configure issue-tracker integration for Claude Code via gh CLI or MCP servers.

1|2|Updated Jul 11, 2026
Search Tags:#claude code#MCP#issue tracker#configuration#Linear#JIRA#GitHub CLI
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mahsanamin/agentic-repos --skill ar-init-mcps-mahsanamin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ar-init-mcps
Source: https://github.com/mahsanamin/agentic-repos/tree/main/skills/ar-init-mcps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mahsanamin/agentic-repos --skill ar-init-mcps-mahsanamin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? AI coding sessions need access to the project's issue tracker to fetch tickets and update them, but the integration (GitHub CLI authentication or an MCP server for Jira/Linear) is often not configured, blocking ticket-first workflows. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Tracker Resolution: Reads tracker.type from .claude/config_hints.json and branches setup logic for GitHub, Jira, Linear, or none. - GitHub Path: Verifies gh auth status since GitHub Issues needs no MCP server, guiding installation and login if missing. - MCP Setup Path: Adds the Atlassian or Linear MCP server with claude mcp add, then verifies and tests the connection. - Use Case: A developer starting a Jira ticket-driven task finds ticket fetching fails; this skill configures the Atlassian MCP server, authenticates via browser, and confirms access with a test ticket fetch. ## Quick Start Say "setup mcps" to configure the issue-tracker integration for this project.

Frequently Asked Questions about ar-init-mcps

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up Jira integration in Claude Code?▼

Add the Atlassian MCP server with `claude mcp add --scope user --transport http atlassian https://mcp.atlassian.com/v1/mcp`, then authenticate in the browser. Verify with `claude mcp list` and test by fetching a Jira ticket URL.

Does GitHub Issues need an MCP server in Claude Code?▼

No, GitHub Issues uses the gh CLI directly instead of MCP. Run `gh auth status` to verify authentication, and `gh auth login` if needed. Install gh via your package manager if it is missing.

How does the skill decide which tracker to configure?▼

It reads `tracker.type` from `.claude/config_hints.json` under the project key. Values of github, jira, linear, or none determine whether to verify gh CLI, set up an MCP server, or skip configuration entirely.

Why does 'claude mcp' return command not found?▼

The Claude Code CLI is outdated and lacks MCP support. Update it with `npm update -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code`, then retry the `claude mcp list` or add commands.

Can I use Linear with Claude Code ticket workflows?▼

Yes, set `tracker.type` to linear in config hints and configure the Linear MCP server. It then supports fetch, search, create, update, and link operations through the same dispatch rows as Jira.

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