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Automate Jira task management via the jcli command-line tool.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#issues#jira#command-line#jcli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/steveohara/jcli --skill jira-steveohara
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira
Source: https://github.com/steveohara/jcli/tree/main/.agents/skills/jira
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/steveohara/jcli --skill jira-steveohara

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Jira team workflows often require frequent CLI-based interactions to manage issues, projects, boards, and metadata, which slows down automation-friendly processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue lifecycle operations: get, list, create, update, delete, and search issues via JQL.
  • Project, board, sprint, and user management: view details, transitions, and metadata; manage comments and work logs.
  • Metadata discovery: fetch issue types, statuses, priorities, and field definitions to drive automation and scripting.

Quick Start

List your Jira projects and verify connectivity with a simple command to see immediate results.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Jira issue management from the command line?▼

The jcli CLI tool automates Jira issue management by supporting the full issue lifecycle including create, update, delete, and JQL search operations. It handles Jira Cloud and Server/Data Center environments within both interactive and scripted contexts.

Can I manage Jira boards and sprints using a command-line interface?▼

Yes, you can manage Jira boards and sprints via the command line. The tool allows you to view board details, track sprint transitions, and manage user metadata directly from your terminal or automation scripts.

What output formats are supported when fetching Jira metadata via CLI?▼

The CLI supports multiple output formats including table, JSON, and plain text when fetching Jira metadata. This allows you to easily parse issue types, statuses, priorities, and field definitions in automation scripts.

Does this Jira CLI tool work with both Jira Cloud and Jira Server?▼

The jcli CLI tool works with both Jira Cloud and Jira Server/Data Center deployments. It provides robust error handling and configuration cascading to ensure consistent operations across different Jira environments.

How do I search Jira issues using JQL in an automation script?▼

You search Jira issues using JQL by executing jcli search commands within your automation scripts. The tool processes Jira Query Language queries and returns results in JSON, table, or plain text format for downstream pipeline processing.

What is the best way to retrieve Jira field definitions for automation?▼

Using the metadata discovery commands is the best way to retrieve Jira field definitions. This fetches issue types, statuses, priorities, and field configurations directly to drive your automation logic and scripting workflows.

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