atlassian-cli-jira

Manage Jira work items and workflows via Atlassian CLI commands.

3|Updated Feb 3, 2026
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Skill: atlassian-cli-jira
Source: https://github.com/BenjaminG/ai-skills/tree/main/atlassian-cli-jira
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BenjaminG/ai-skills --skill atlassian-cli-jira

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Use Atlassian CLI (acli) to manage Jira work items, projects, and workflows from the command line, enabling teams to automate repetitive Jira tasks and bulk operations without UI.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI-based Jira management for creating, updating, and transitioning work items.
  • Bulk operations across multiple issues, projects, or workflows through CLI commands.
  • Automation-ready workflows for scripting repetitive tasks such as bulk issue creation, status transitions, and bulk assignments.

Quick Start

Install the Atlassian CLI (acli), authenticate, and begin issuing Jira commands from the terminal. Example: acli jira workitem create --project PROJ --type Task --summary "Automate onboarding tasks" --description "Onboarding tasks"

Frequently Asked Questions about atlassian-cli-jira

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

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How do I automate bulk Jira work item creation from the command line?

You can automate bulk Jira work item creation by running CLI commands through the Atlassian CLI (acli), which allows scripting multiple issue creations without navigating the Jira UI. It supports specifying project, type, summary, and description directly in terminal commands.

What is the Atlassian CLI used for in Jira project management?

The Atlassian CLI (acli) is used for CLI-based Jira management, enabling teams to automate repetitive project workflows and bulk operations. It exposes terminal commands to create, view, edit, transition, and assign work items across multiple projects.

Can I transition and assign multiple Jira issues in bulk without the UI?

Yes, you can transition and assign multiple Jira issues in bulk using acli commands. This capability supports automation-ready workflows for scripting repetitive status transitions and bulk assignments across teams entirely from the command line.

Do I need to install the Atlassian CLI separately to manage Jira workflows?

Yes, this capability requires the Atlassian CLI (acli) to be installed and authenticated. Once the CLI environment is set up, you can begin issuing Jira commands directly from the terminal to manage work items and project workflows.

When should I use CLI-based Jira management instead of the standard UI?

CLI-based Jira management is ideal when you need to automate repetitive tasks, perform bulk operations across multiple issues, or integrate Jira workflows into scripts. It eliminates UI navigation for large-scale project management and team assignments.

What's the best way to script repetitive Jira tasks for multiple projects?

The best way to script repetitive Jira tasks is using the Atlassian CLI to execute terminal commands for bulk issue creation, status transitions, and assignments. This automation-ready approach handles workflows across multiple projects and teams efficiently.