jira:sync

Synchronize local development progress with Jira issues via the Jira API.

18|2|Updated Dec 12, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/markus41/claude --skill jira-sync-markus41
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Skill: jira:sync
Source: https://github.com/markus41/claude/tree/main/.claude/skills/jira-sync
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/markus41/claude --skill jira-sync-markus41

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill bridges the gap between your local development progress and your Jira issue, ensuring that your work is accurately reflected in your project management tool.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Status Updates: Automatically updates the Jira issue status based on your local progress.
  • Comment Logging: Adds relevant comments to the Jira issue, providing context on your development activities.
  • Work Time Logging: Records the time spent on development tasks directly in Jira.
  • Commit Syncing: Links local commits to the Jira issue for better traceability.
  • Label Management: Updates issue labels to reflect the current state of development.
  • Use Case: After completing a feature and committing your code, you can use this Skill to update the Jira ticket's status to "In Review" and log the time spent, keeping your team informed.

Quick Start

Use the jira sync skill to update the Jira issue with the key 'PROJ-123'.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira:sync

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I sync local development commits with Jira issues?

Yes, you can automatically update Jira issue status by synchronizing local development progress. This skill detects your local activities and reflects them in Jira, moving tickets to appropriate statuses like 'In Review' to maintain real-time project visibility.

What is the best way to log work time in Jira from local development tasks?

Yes, you can manage Jira labels and add contextual comments through this synchronization skill. It updates issue labels to reflect the current state of development and adds relevant comments to provide context on your development activities.

Does this Jira synchronization skill support bi-directional data updates?

To update a Jira ticket, you use the skill to specify the target Jira issue key, such as 'PROJ-123'. The skill then synchronizes your local development progress by updating the ticket's status, logging work time, and linking commits.

Can I use this skill to link local commits to Jira tickets for better traceability?

No, specific dependencies are not required to use this skill. It operates independently to synchronize local changes with Jira, relying solely on integration with the Jira API for executing bi-directional data synchronization.