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github_classroom_list_classrooms

List GitHub Classroom classrooms with pagination support. Specify page and per page parameters to control results.

Instructions

List classrooms

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pageNoThe page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see "[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api)."
per_pageNoThe number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see "[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api)."

Implementation Reference

  • Tool handler for github_classroom_list_classrooms - makes a GET request to /classrooms with optional pagination parameters
      name: "github_classroom_list_classrooms",
      description: "List classrooms",
      inputSchema: z.object({
        page: z.number().optional().describe("The page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\""),
        per_page: z.number().optional().describe("The number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\"")
      }),
      handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
        return githubRequest("GET", `/classrooms`, undefined, { page: args.page, per_page: args.per_page });
      },
    },
  • Input schema defining optional page and per_page parameters for the list classrooms tool
    inputSchema: z.object({
      page: z.number().optional().describe("The page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\""),
      per_page: z.number().optional().describe("The number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\"")
    }),
  • The classroomTools array contains all classroom-related tool definitions including github_classroom_list_classrooms
    export const classroomTools = [
      {
        name: "github_classroom_get_an_assignment",
        description: "Get an assignment",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          assignment_id: z.string().describe("assignment_id")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/assignments/${args.assignment_id}`, undefined, undefined);
        },
      },
      {
        name: "github_classroom_list_accepted_assignments_for_an_assignment",
        description: "List accepted assignments for an assignment",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          assignment_id: z.string().describe("assignment_id"),
          page: z.number().optional().describe("The page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\""),
          per_page: z.number().optional().describe("The number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\"")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/assignments/${args.assignment_id}/accepted_assignments`, undefined, { page: args.page, per_page: args.per_page });
        },
      },
      {
        name: "github_classroom_get_assignment_grades",
        description: "Get assignment grades",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          assignment_id: z.string().describe("assignment_id")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/assignments/${args.assignment_id}/grades`, undefined, undefined);
        },
      },
      {
        name: "github_classroom_list_classrooms",
        description: "List classrooms",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          page: z.number().optional().describe("The page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\""),
          per_page: z.number().optional().describe("The number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\"")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/classrooms`, undefined, { page: args.page, per_page: args.per_page });
        },
      },
      {
        name: "github_classroom_get_a_classroom",
        description: "Get a classroom",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          classroom_id: z.string().describe("classroom_id")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/classrooms/${args.classroom_id}`, undefined, undefined);
        },
      },
      {
        name: "github_classroom_list_assignments_for_a_classroom",
        description: "List assignments for a classroom",
        inputSchema: z.object({
          classroom_id: z.string().describe("classroom_id"),
          page: z.number().optional().describe("The page number of the results to fetch. For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\""),
          per_page: z.number().optional().describe("The number of results per page (max 100). For more information, see \"[Using pagination in the REST API](https://docs.github.com/rest/using-the-rest-api/using-pagination-in-the-rest-api).\"")
        }),
        handler: async (args: Record<string, any>) => {
          return githubRequest("GET", `/classrooms/${args.classroom_id}/assignments`, undefined, { page: args.page, per_page: args.per_page });
        },
      },
    ];
  • src/index.ts:110-130 (registration)
    Tools are registered with the MCP server by iterating over all tool modules and calling server.tool() with name, description, schema, and handler
    for (const tool of allTools) {
      server.tool(
        tool.name,
        tool.description,
        tool.inputSchema.shape as any,
        async (args: any) => {
          try {
            const result = await tool.handler(args as any);
            return {
              content: [{ type: "text" as const, text: JSON.stringify(result, null, 2) }],
            };
          } catch (err) {
            const message = err instanceof Error ? err.message : String(err);
            return {
              content: [{ type: "text" as const, text: `Error: ${message}` }],
              isError: true,
            };
          }
        }
      );
    }
  • Helper function that makes authenticated HTTP requests to the GitHub REST API, used by the tool handler to call GET /classrooms
    export async function githubRequest<T>(
      method: string,
      path: string,
      body?: Record<string, unknown>,
      params?: Record<string, string | number | boolean | string[] | undefined>
    ): Promise<T> {
      const url = new URL(`${BASE_URL}${path}`);
    
      if (params) {
        for (const [key, value] of Object.entries(params)) {
          if (value === undefined || value === null || value === "") continue;
          if (Array.isArray(value)) {
            url.searchParams.set(key, value.join(","));
          } else {
            url.searchParams.set(key, String(value));
          }
        }
      }
    
      const headers: Record<string, string> = {
        Authorization: `Bearer ${getToken()}`,
        Accept: "application/vnd.github+json",
        "X-GitHub-Api-Version": "2022-11-28",
        "User-Agent": "github-mcp/1.0.0",
      };
    
      if (body) {
        headers["Content-Type"] = "application/json";
      }
    
      const res = await fetch(url.toString(), {
        method,
        headers,
        body: body ? JSON.stringify(body) : undefined,
      });
    
      if (!res.ok) {
        const text = await res.text().catch(() => "");
        let detail = text;
        try {
          const json = JSON.parse(text);
          detail = json.message || text;
          if (json.errors) detail += ` -- ${JSON.stringify(json.errors)}`;
        } catch {}
        throw new Error(`GitHub API error ${res.status}: ${detail}`);
      }
    
      if (res.status === 204) return {} as T;
    
      return res.json() as Promise<T>;
    }
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It only states 'List classrooms' and does not disclose authentication requirements, rate limits, or what data is returned. The pagination parameters are documented in the schema, but the description adds no behavioral context beyond that.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise with only two words. While it is not verbose, it lacks structure but is efficient. Every word earns its place.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's simplicity, the description is insufficient. It does not mention the scope of classrooms (e.g., for the authenticated user or a specific organization) or the return format. No output schema exists to compensate. More context is needed for an agent to use it correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100% (both page and per_page have inline descriptions). The tool description does not add any information beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'List classrooms' clearly states the verb and resource. It is distinguishable from sibling tools like github_classroom_get_a_classroom and github_classroom_list_assignments_for_a_classroom because the name includes 'list_classrooms'. However, it does not specify scope like 'for the authenticated user'.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. For example, it should be used to retrieve classroom IDs before calling other classroom-specific tools, but this context is missing.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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