jira-agile

Manage Jira Agile boards and sprints via REST endpoints.

10|1|Updated Dec 11, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/01000001-01001110/agent-jira-skills --skill jira-agile
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Skill: jira-agile
Source: https://github.com/01000001-01001110/agent-jira-skills/tree/main/jira-agile
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/01000001-01001110/agent-jira-skills --skill jira-agile

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manually managing Jira Agile boards and sprints, including listing, creating, starting, ending sprints, and moving issues, is a repetitive administrative task. This skill automates these operations, saving valuable time for scrum masters and project managers, allowing them to focus on team enablement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Board & Sprint Management: List Scrum/Kanban boards, retrieve sprint details, and create, start, or end sprints with ease.
  • Issue-to-Sprint Assignment: Move multiple issues to a specific sprint efficiently, streamlining sprint planning.
  • Sprint Content Retrieval: Get all issues associated with a particular sprint, providing quick oversight of ongoing work.
  • Use Case: At the start of a new sprint, automatically create the sprint, move all prioritized "To Do" stories from the backlog into it, and then start the sprint, notifying the team of the new sprint goal.

Quick Start

Use the jira-agile skill to list all active sprints for the SCRUM project.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira-agile

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate sprint creation and issue movement in Jira Agile?

Automate sprint creation and issue movement by using the jira-agile skill to programmatically create sprints, move prioritized issues from the backlog into the new sprint, and start the sprint—eliminating manual board management for scrum masters and project managers.

Can I list and manage both Scrum and Kanban boards in Jira?

Yes, the skill supports listing and retrieving details for both Scrum and Kanban boards, allowing you to manage different board types and their associated sprints through a single authenticated connection.

How do I retrieve all issues in a sprint and move them between sprints?

Retrieve sprint issues and reassign them by querying the /rest/agile endpoints to fetch sprint content and move multiple issues to a different sprint, streamlining sprint planning and backlog refinement workflows.

What authentication and setup do I need to manage Jira sprints programmatically?

Set up an authenticated JiraClient with valid credentials to access Jira's /rest/agile/1.0 endpoints; this prerequisite enables all sprint management operations including board listing, sprint lifecycle management, and issue reassignment.

Can I start and end sprints automatically in Jira Agile?

Yes, use the skill to start and end sprints programmatically with a single call, automating the sprint lifecycle and allowing you to trigger notifications or downstream workflows when sprint transitions occur.

What's the difference between Scrum and Kanban board management in Jira?

Scrum boards organize work into time-boxed sprints with sprint lifecycle operations, while Kanban boards display continuous flow without sprints; the skill supports both models and their respective operations through the same agile API.