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Jira Context MCP

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Jira Context MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) implementation for Jira that allows you to fetch issue details and instruct Cursor to fix them, retrieve assigned tickets, and filter issues by type. It integrates seamlessly with Jira's API for automation and efficiency.

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What is Jira Context MCP?

Jira Context MCP is a server that connects Jira with the Cursor IDE, allowing users to interact with Jira issues directly from their code editor. It provides tools to fetch issue details, retrieve assigned issues, filter issues, and more, streamlining the development workflow.

How to use Jira Context MCP?

To use Jira Context MCP, you need to install it either via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository, installing dependencies, and configuring the .env file with your Jira credentials. After starting the server, you can connect to it from Cursor by using the 'Connect to MCP Server' command and entering the server URL. Once connected, you can use the available tools by typing commands like /get_issue issueKey:PROJECT-123 in Cursor.

Key features of Jira Context MCP

  • Fetch Jira issue details

  • Retrieve assigned issues

  • Filter issues by type

  • List available projects

  • List available issue types

  • Retrieve recent ticket changes

Use cases of Jira Context MCP

  • Fix a specific bug by fetching its details and instructing Cursor to fix it.

  • Work on your assigned issues by retrieving them and asking Cursor for help.

  • Fix all bugs in a project by retrieving all bug issues and instructing Cursor to fix them one by one.

  • Review recent changes in tickets to stay updated on modifications.

FAQ from Jira Context MCP

What is the purpose of Jira Context MCP?

It allows you to interact with Jira directly from your Cursor IDE, improving efficiency and reducing context switching.

How do I install Jira Context MCP?

You can install it either automatically via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository and following the setup instructions.

What are the prerequisites for using Jira Context MCP?

You need Node.js 20.17.0 or higher, a Jira account with API access, and a Jira API token.

How do I connect Jira Context MCP to Cursor?

Open the Command Palette in Cursor, type 'Connect to MCP Server', and enter the server URL.

What commands are available after connecting to the server?

You can use commands like /get_issue, /get_assigned_issues, /get_issues_by_type, /get_projects, /get_issue_types, and /get_recent_changes.