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API Configuration

This document provides detailed information on configuring the API for MCP-GitLab integration, outlining available settings and customization options.

Configuration Overview

The MCP-GitLab API can be customized to suit specific requirements through a variety of configuration options.

Available Configurations

  • Authentication: Set up OAuth or token-based authentication.
  • Rate Limiting: Configure request limits to manage load.
  • Performance: Enable caching and optimize query settings.
  • Security: Define access restrictions and IP whitelisting.
  • Webhook Integration: Set up event-driven notifications.

Authentication Configuration

OAuth Configuration

YAML
authentication:
  oauth:
    client_id: your-client-id
    client_secret: your-client-secret
    redirect_uri: http://your-callback-url

Token Configuration

YAML
authentication:
  tokens:
    personal_access_tokens:
      enabled: true
      scopes:
        - api
        - read_user
        - read_repository

Rate Limiting Configuration

YAML
rate_limiting:
  enabled: true
  requests_per_minute: 600
  burst_capacity: 100

Caching Configuration

Enable response caching to improve performance and reduce load.

YAML
caching:
  enabled: true
  ttl: 300  # Time-to-live in seconds
  cache_backend: redis
  host: localhost
  port: 6379

Security Configuration

YAML
security:
  ip_whitelist:
    - "192.168.1.0/24"
    - "10.0.0.0/8"
  default_policy: deny

Webhook Configuration

Enable webhooks for push and merge request events.

YAML
webhooks:
  enabled: true
  url: http://your-server.com/webhook
  events:
    - push
    - merge_request

Performance Optimization

Optimize for high-load scenarios.

YAML
performance:
  query_optimization: true
  connection_pool_size: 20
  max_connections: 100

Conclusion

The API configuration offers flexibility and control over various operational aspects of the MCP-GitLab integration. Properly configuring these settings ensures a secure, efficient, and robust integration tailored to your organization.

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