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jira-lookup

Retrieve Jira issue details by key from the REST API.

Updated Jan 30, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#status#jira#atlassian#issue#rest-api#lookup
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/martin-janci/claude-code-reviewer --skill jira-lookup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira-lookup
Source: https://github.com/martin-janci/claude-code-reviewer/tree/main/.claude/skills/jira-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/martin-janci/claude-code-reviewer --skill jira-lookup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Retrieves Jira issue details by key from the REST API, surfacing summary, status, assignee, priority, and a direct link for quick context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue lookup: Retrieve issue details by Jira key via the REST API.
  • Status & assignee visibility: See current status and who it's assigned to.
  • Link sharing: Direct URL to the Jira issue for quick navigation.
  • Use Case: During code reviews, triage, or planning sessions, quickly verify issue details to inform decisions.

Quick Start

Look up a Jira issue by its key, for example PROJ-123, to retrieve its summary, status, assignee, priority, and a link.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira-lookup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I look up Jira issue details by key using the REST API?▼

To look up Jira issue details, provide the issue key like PROJ-123 to retrieve its summary, status, assignee, priority, and a direct link via the Jira REST API.

What information do I get from a Jira issue lookup?▼

A Jira issue lookup returns the issue summary, current status, assignee, priority, and a direct URL link for quick navigation and context during development workflows.

How do I authenticate Jira REST API requests for issue retrieval?▼

To authenticate Jira REST API issue retrieval, set the JIRA_EMAIL and JIRA_TOKEN environment variables and configure features.jira.baseUrl in your config.yaml file.

Can I use this Jira lookup during code reviews and triage?▼

Yes, you can use this Jira lookup during code reviews, triage, or planning sessions to quickly verify issue details and inform development decisions.

What's the best way to get quick Jira ticket visibility for project planning?▼

The best way to get quick Jira ticket visibility is querying the REST API by issue key, which surfaces the status, assignee, and priority needed for planning sessions.

Do I need a config.yaml file to retrieve Jira issue status and assignee?▼

Yes, you need a config.yaml file containing features.jira.baseUrl, along with JIRA_EMAIL and JIRA_TOKEN environment variables, to authenticate and retrieve issue status and assignee.

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