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atlassian-cli

Automate Jira and Confluence CLI operations with acli syntax and CSV or JSON output.

4|Updated Aug 18, 2016
Search Tags:#terminal#jira#atlassian#jql#confluence#bulk operations#acli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/esafirm/dotfiles --skill atlassian-cli-esafirm
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: atlassian-cli
Source: https://github.com/esafirm/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/skills/atlassian-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/esafirm/dotfiles --skill atlassian-cli-esafirm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of switching between browser-based Atlassian workflows and the command line, making Jira and Confluence administration faster, repeatable, and easier to automate.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Jira Work Item Management: Search, create, update, assign, transition, and delete issues from the terminal.
  • Bulk Operations and Reporting: Use JQL, filters, keys, CSV, and JSON output to handle sprint reports, mass edits, and batch updates efficiently.
  • Confluence Space Management: List, view, create, update, archive, and restore spaces from a consistent command structure.
  • Use Case: A team lead can quickly find every issue in a sprint, export the results, and transition multiple items without opening the web UI.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to check acli authentication first, then use the correct Jira or Confluence command to search, create, or update the items you need.

Frequently Asked Questions about atlassian-cli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Jira issues from the terminal using JQL queries?▼

You can manage Jira issues from the terminal by using acli commands with JQL queries to search, create, update, and transition work items. The Skill applies correct product-entity-action syntax to automate these tasks and supports batch flags for bulk operations.

Can I perform bulk operations on Confluence spaces from the command line?▼

Yes, you can perform bulk operations on Confluence spaces from the command line. The Skill provides a consistent command structure to list, view, create, update, archive, and restore spaces without needing the browser-based Atlassian web UI.

How do I check if my Atlassian CLI authentication is valid before running batch commands?▼

To check Atlassian CLI authentication, ask the Skill to run a preflight authentication validation. This ensures your credentials are valid before executing Jira or Confluence batch operations, preventing failures during mass edits or sprint reporting.

What is the best way to generate sprint reports for Jira without opening the web UI?▼

The best way to generate sprint reports for Jira without the web UI is using terminal commands with JQL filters. The Skill automates sprint reporting by searching issues and exporting results via CSV or JSON output directly from the command line.

Does the Atlassian CLI Skill support JSON or CSV output for terminal search results?▼

Yes, the Atlassian CLI Skill supports both JSON and CSV output for terminal search results. This allows you to export Jira work item searches and Confluence space data efficiently for downstream processing or automated reporting.

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