jira-mcp-server
npxStandardThe jira-mcp-server connects AI agents to Jira Cloud, allowing them to create, update, and manage issues. It provides tools for querying projects, issues, and workflows. The server integrates with the Jira REST API, enabling agents to automate issue tracking and management. Developers use it to build AI-driven workflows for project management and issue automation.
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Overview
The jira-mcp-server connects AI agents to Jira Cloud, allowing them to create, update, and manage issues. It provides tools for querying projects, issues, and workflows. The server integrates with the Jira REST API, enabling agents to automate issue tracking and management. Developers use it to build AI-driven workflows for project management and issue automation.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @nexus2520/jira-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"nexus2520-jira-mcp-server-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @nexus2520/jira-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from jira-mcp-server?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for jira-mcp-server
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from jira-mcp-server. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| JIRA-MCP-SERVER_API_KEY | Yes | Your jira-mcp-server API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in jira-mcp-server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in jira-mcp-server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in jira-mcp-server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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