# Gitea MCP Memory - Key Lessons

## NEVER DO AGAIN:
- ❌ Use fetch_url_content() for MCP endpoints (always returns 405)
- ❌ Add readme to create_repo() requests (causes MaxSize error)
- ❌ Expect terminal output capture from git commands in remote env
- ❌ Assume HTTP GET works on /mcp path (MCP requires protocol connections)

## ALWAYS DO:
- ✅ Use MCP tools directly (list_my_repos, create_repo, etc.)
- ✅ Use wiki_write for documentation instead of repo readme
- ✅ Restart IDE after mcpServers/mcp.json updates
- ✅ Verify with netstat before assuming connectivity

## Known URLs:
- API: http://192.168.1.122/api/v1/*
- Web UI: http://192.168.1.122
- MCP endpoint: http://192.168.1.122:30008/mcp

## Proof of Working Connection:
- Repo created: AhmedTawfik/gitea-temp-repo-dummy
- MCP tools operational after IDE restart