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Query, view, and manage Jira issues and sprints via command-line tools.

34|2|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#project management#CLI#issue tracking#jira#sprint management#issue view
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/retran/meowary --skill jira-retran
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira
Source: https://github.com/retran/meowary/tree/main/.shared/skills/jira
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/retran/meowary --skill jira-retran

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies managing Jira issues by providing CLI commands for efficient querying, viewing, and updating issues, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Search and Query: Find issues, sprints, and boards using JQL or project filters.
  • Issue Details Retrieval: View detailed information and comments for specific issues.
  • Sprint and Board Management: List current, previous, or specific sprint and board information.
  • Fact Extraction: Collect decision points and milestones for documentation.
  • Daily Planning and Status Updates: Use commands to prepare daily task lists and sprint summaries.
  • Secure Issue Updates: Add comments, change statuses, or create new issues only with explicit user approval. For example, a user can list open assigned issues with jira issue list -a$(jira me) --plain and view details with PAGER=cat jira issue view PROJ-123.

Quick Start

To get started, clone the Jira CLI skill repository, then search for open issues by running jira issue list -a$(jira me) --plain, view detailed information with PAGER=cat jira issue view PROJ-123, and list your current sprint using jira sprint list --current -a$(jira me) --plain.

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 from the command line?▼

You can manage Jira issues and sprints from the command line by using CLI commands to query, view, and update work items. This allows software teams to efficiently track issues and navigate sprints through scripted interfaces.

Can I query Jira issues using JQL and project filters?▼

Yes, you can query Jira issues using JQL or project filters. The CLI supports searching for specific issues, sprints, and boards to help you quickly find relevant work items.

What is the best way to view detailed information and comments for a specific Jira issue?▼

The best way to view detailed information and comments for a specific Jira issue is by using the issue view command, such as `jira issue view PROJ-123`, which retrieves comprehensive details directly in your terminal.

Does this Jira CLI tool require explicit approval before modifying issues?▼

Yes, this Jira CLI tool requires explicit user approval before modifying issues. Secure updates like adding comments, changing statuses, or creating new issues are gated behind explicit confirmation steps to ensure safety.

How do I list my current sprint and assigned open issues for daily planning?▼

You can list your current sprint and assigned open issues for daily planning by running `jira sprint list --current -a$(jira me) --plain` and `jira issue list -a$(jira me) --plain` to prepare daily task lists and sprint summaries.

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