gitlab_get_group
Retrieve complete metadata, settings, and statistics for a GitLab group. Include the first page of projects in the group by setting with_projects=true. Use this tool to verify configurations, gather detailed group insights, and count associated projects.
Instructions
Get detailed group information Returns: Complete group metadata, settings, statistics Use when: Need full group details, checking configuration, counting projects Optional: Include first page of projects with with_projects=true
Example response: { "id": 123, "name": "My Group", "full_path": "parent-group/my-group", "description": "Group for team projects", "visibility": "private", "projects_count": 15, "created_at": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z", "web_url": "https://gitlab.com/groups/my-group" }
Related tools:
- gitlab_list_groups: Browse available groups
- gitlab_list_group_projects: List all projects in group
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| group_id | Yes | Group identifier Type: integer OR string Format: numeric ID or 'group/subgroup' path Required: Yes Examples: - 456 (numeric ID) - 'my-group' (group path) - 'parent-group/sub-group' (nested group path) | |
| with_projects | No | Include projects in group response Type: boolean Default: false Options: - true: Include first page of projects - false: Only group metadata Note: Adds project list to response (limited to first 20) |