jira

Manage Jira Cloud issues, projects, sprints, and comments via REST API.

8|1|Updated Apr 21, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill jira-mnlt

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Skill: jira
Source: https://github.com/mnlt/teleport/tree/main/skills/jira
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill jira-mnlt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Jira Cloud is often accessed via MCPs or ad-hoc scripts; this skill provides direct REST-based control over Jira Cloud resources, enabling programmatic triage, bulk updates, and reporting without a dedicated MCP server.

Core Features & Use Cases

Direct REST access to Jira Cloud for issues, projects, sprints, boards, and comments.
Supports JQL searches, transitions, and issue creation with proper authentication and headers.
Use cases include triaging backlogs, bulk status updates, sprint/board reporting, and generating concise project snapshots.

Quick Start

Ask me to list open issues in a Jira Cloud project using JQL.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira

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

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How do I access Jira Cloud REST API without an MCP server?▼

You can access the Jira Cloud REST API directly without an MCP server by using your Jira base URL, email, and API token to authenticate via Basic auth for managing issues and projects.

Can I perform bulk status updates and JQL searches directly on Jira issues?▼

Yes, you can perform bulk status updates and execute JQL searches directly on Jira Cloud issues via REST endpoints to programmatically triage backlogs and manage issue transitions.

What credentials do I need to authenticate direct REST calls to Jira Cloud?▼

To authenticate direct REST calls to Jira Cloud, you need your Jira base URL, your account email, and an API token, authenticated together via Basic auth.

Does updating rich-text fields in Jira Cloud require ADF formatting?▼

Yes, updating rich-text fields in Jira Cloud requires Atlassian Document Format (ADF) awareness. You must structure rich-text content according to ADF requirements when making REST API calls for issue updates.

What Jira Cloud resources can I manage with direct REST API access?▼

With direct REST API access, you can manage Jira Cloud issues, projects, sprints, boards, and comments, enabling sprint reporting, issue creation, and project snapshot generation.

What is the best way to triage a Jira backlog programmatically without a dedicated server?▼

The best way to triage a Jira backlog programmatically without a dedicated MCP server is using direct REST API calls with Basic auth to execute JQL searches and apply bulk status transitions.