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Manage Jira issues via jira-cli for search, view, create, and transitions.

Updated Jan 15, 2026
Search Tags:#templates#jira#jira-cli#issue-management#wiki-markup#field-discovery#rich-context
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kylesnowschwartz/jira-cli-skill --skill jira-kylesnowschwartz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira
Source: https://github.com/kylesnowschwartz/jira-cli-skill/tree/main/skills/jira
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kylesnowschwartz/jira-cli-skill --skill jira-kylesnowschwartz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Jira integration enables Claude to perform Jira operations without leaving the chat, consolidating issue management and status updates in one place.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search, view, create, transition, comment, worklog, sprint, and board management using jira-cli.
  • Rich context: /jira-context command gathers parent, children, siblings, and recent comments.
  • Wiki markup: Syntax reference, validation script, and templates for wiki formatting.
  • Field discovery: Ruby script for finding custom field IDs (the Jira CLI cannot list fields on its own).

Quick Start

Search for open issues in a Jira project and view an issue's details using jira-cli.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Jira issues and sprints directly from my terminal?▼

Jira issue management and sprint operations can be handled via jira-cli, which enables searching, viewing, creating, transitioning, and commenting on issues directly from the terminal.

How do I find custom field IDs when using jira-cli?▼

Custom field IDs can be discovered using a Ruby script, as jira-cli cannot list fields on its own and requires explicit field identification for advanced issue creation.

Can I format Jira comments and issue descriptions with wiki markup?▼

Yes, wiki markup formatting is supported through syntax references, validation scripts, and templates to ensure Jira comments and descriptions render correctly.

How do I gather rich context for a Jira issue including parent and child tickets?▼

The /jira-context command gathers rich context by retrieving an issue's parent, children, siblings, and recent comments, providing a comprehensive view of the ticket hierarchy.

Do I need to install jira-cli before using this Jira integration?▼

Yes, jira-cli is a required prerequisite, as the integration relies on it to execute Jira operations, perform prerequisite checks, and manage sprint and board workflows.

What is the best way to transition a Jira issue status without leaving the chat?▼

Transitioning Jira issue status is handled by executing jira-cli commands within the chat environment, streamlining state updates without requiring a browser switch.

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