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Jira MCP

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Jira MCP is a Go-based connector that allows AI assistants like Claude to interact with Atlassian Jira. It provides a seamless interface for AI models to perform common Jira operations.

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What is Jira MCP?

Jira MCP is a Model Control Protocol connector for Jira, enabling AI assistants to interact with and manage Jira instances.

How to use Jira MCP?

Install the tool via GitHub Releases or Go install. Configure environment variables (ATLASSIAN_HOST, ATLASSIAN_EMAIL, ATLASSIAN_TOKEN) in a .env file. Then, configure your AI assistant (e.g., Claude, Cursor) to use the Jira MCP server with the correct command and arguments pointing to the executable and .env file.

Key features of Jira MCP

  • Get issue details

  • Search issues with JQL

  • List and manage sprints

  • Create and update issues

  • List available statuses

  • Transition issues through workflows

Use cases of Jira MCP

  • Automated issue creation and updates via AI

  • AI-powered issue searching and filtering

  • AI-driven sprint management

  • Integrating Jira data into AI workflows

FAQ from Jira MCP

What is the purpose of Jira MCP?

It allows AI assistants to interact with Jira.

What programming language is Jira MCP written in?

Go

How do I install Jira MCP?

You can download it from GitHub Releases or use go install.

What environment variables do I need to configure?

You need to set ATLASSIAN_HOST, ATLASSIAN_EMAIL, and ATLASSIAN_TOKEN.

How do I configure Claude or Cursor to use Jira MCP?

You need to configure the mcpServers section with the correct command and arguments pointing to the Jira MCP executable and .env file.