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jira-read

Fetch Jira issues, comments, sprints, and project data via JQL queries.

5|3|Updated Jan 21, 2026
Search Tags:#agile#issue tracking#jira#jql#data retrieval#sprint analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Yoshikemolo/mcp-jira-devflow --skill jira-read
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira-read
Source: https://github.com/Yoshikemolo/mcp-jira-devflow/tree/main/skills/jira-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Yoshikemolo/mcp-jira-devflow --skill jira-read

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides read-only access to Jira data, allowing you to query issues, comments, sprints, and execute JQL searches without making any changes to your Jira instance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetch Jira Issues: Retrieve specific issues by their key or search across multiple issues using JQL.
  • Analyze Sprint Data: Get insights into current and past sprints, including velocity metrics.
  • Read Metadata: Access issue details, comments, history, and project information.
  • Use Case: Quickly find all open bugs assigned to you in the current sprint by asking "Show me my open bugs in the current sprint."

Quick Start

Use the jira-read skill to get issue PROJ-123 with full details.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira-read

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I execute JQL queries to retrieve Jira data?▼

To execute JQL queries for Jira data retrieval, you use a read-only interface that searches across issues, comments, and sprints. This allows fetching specific issues by key or running complex searches without modifying your Jira instance.

Can I retrieve sprint metrics and velocity data from Jira?▼

Yes, you can retrieve sprint metrics and velocity data from Jira. The functionality supports fetching insights into current and past sprints, allowing you to analyze sprint data directly through read-only queries.

Does Jira data retrieval require specific API permissions?▼

Jira data retrieval requires Jira Cloud API access with read permissions. The system strictly adheres to rate limiting and operates in a read-only capacity, meaning no write permissions are needed or utilized.

What is the best way to read issue comments and history without modifying Jira?▼

The best way to read issue comments and history without modifying Jira is using a read-only access skill. It retrieves issue metadata, comments, and project information safely through JQL queries.

Are there limitations when fetching large volumes of Jira issues?▼

When fetching large volumes of Jira issues, limitations include adhering to Jira Cloud API rate limiting. The read-only access focuses on retrieving specific issues by key and executing complex JQL searches efficiently.

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