mcp-clone

Clone GitHub repositories into an MCP project's references directory and generate upgrade reports.

Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PsychQuant/psychquant-claude-plugins --skill mcp-clone
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Skill: mcp-clone
Source: https://github.com/PsychQuant/psychquant-claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/mcp-tools/skills/mcp-clone
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PsychQuant/psychquant-claude-plugins --skill mcp-clone

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git, gh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of cloning external MCP Server repositories into your local project's references/ directory and analyzes them for potential feature upgrades, streamlining the competitive analysis and development process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Cloning: Clones any specified GitHub repository into the references/ folder of your MCP project.
  • Upgrade Analysis: Compares features and design patterns between the cloned repository and your current project to suggest actionable upgrades.
  • Use Case: You want to see how other developers have implemented task management in their MCP projects. You can clone a competitor's repository and get a report highlighting features you could integrate into your own task management tool.

Quick Start

Clone the GitHub repository at https://github.com/user/repo and analyze it for potential upgrades to your current MCP project.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-clone

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clone a GitHub repository to analyze MCP server design patterns?

To clone a GitHub repository for MCP server analysis, specify the repository URL to automatically pull the codebase into your local project's references directory, generating a detailed comparison report of features and implementation details.

Can I compare features between a cloned GitHub repository and my current MCP project?

Yes, you can compare features between a cloned repository and your current MCP project. The analysis automatically identifies design pattern differences and generates actionable upgrade suggestions for potential feature integration.

Does the MCP repository cloning process require git and gh dependencies?

Yes, the MCP repository cloning and analysis process requires both git and gh dependencies installed in your environment to successfully pull external repositories and generate comparative upgrade suggestion reports.

What GitHub URL formats are supported for cloning MCP server references?

Cloning MCP server references supports various GitHub URL formats. The skill intelligently determines the target MCP project directory and parses the provided URL to clone the repository directly into your local references folder.

How do I generate an upgrade suggestion report for my MCP project?

To generate an upgrade suggestion report for your MCP project, clone an external repository into your local references directory. The analysis mechanism highlights areas for improvement by comparing design patterns and features.

What is the best way to automate competitive analysis for MCP server development?

The best way to automate competitive analysis for MCP server development is cloning external repositories into your local references directory to automatically compare implementation details and generate actionable upgrade suggestion reports.