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GitLab integration for Claude and Codex

Create a GitLab connection, then control which Spaces can use its approved tools and data without pasting credentials into prompts or threads.

Use GitLab from Claude

Add the GitLab connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use GitLab from Codex

Add the GitLab connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use GitLab from Sidekick

Connect your own OpenClaw to Sidekick while Type provides the conversations, permissions, connections, skills, and automations.

Developer Tools & IT

What the GitLab connector can do

A web-based DevOps lifecycle tool that provides a Git repository manager providing wiki, issue-tracking, and CI/CD pipeline features.

One connection, many Spaces

Connect GitLab once, then decide which Spaces can use it in threads, skills, automations, and coding work.

Representative actions

  • Archive Project

    Tool to archive a project. Use when you need to mark a project read-only after finishing active development. Call after confirming no further changes are required.

  • Create GitLab Group

    Tool to create a new group in GitLab. Use when you need to establish a new group for projects or collaboration.

  • Create Project

    Tool to create a new project in GitLab. Implements POST /projects endpoint.

  • Create Project Issue

    Tool to create a new issue in a GitLab project. Use when you need to report a bug, request a feature, or track a task within a specific project.

  • Create Repository Branch

    Tool to create a new branch in a project. Use when you need to create a new branch from an existing branch or a specific commit in a GitLab project.

Connection

API and auth details

GitLab exposes extensive REST and GraphQL APIs for DevOps workflows. Integrations can work with projects, groups, repositories, issues, merge requests, CI/CD pipelines, jobs, runners, releases, packages, users, audit events, and administration resources using OAuth, personal access tokens, job tokens, or other documented authentication modes.

FAQ

Questions people ask before connecting GitLab

Can Claude use GitLab?

Yes. Add a GitLab connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Can Codex work with GitLab through Type?

Yes. Add a GitLab connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Is this the same as a GitLab MCP server?

Not exactly. Type uses connectors and connections to give selected Spaces access to approved app tools and data. Some connectors use hosted MCP, while others use OAuth, API keys, service accounts, or custom APIs.

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