Atlassian Cli

@putcho01

About Atlassian Cli

Single-binary MCP server and CLI for Jira and Confluence. CI/CD-friendly, context-efficient, supports both Cloud and Server/DC.Copy

#jira #confluence #atlassian

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "atlassian": {
      "command": "atlassian-cli",
      "args": [
        "mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "JIRA_URL": "https://your-domain.atlassian.net",
        "JIRA_EMAIL": "[email protected]",
        "JIRA_API_TOKEN": "your-api-token",
        "CONFLUENCE_URL": "https://your-domain.atlassian.net/wiki",
        "CONFLUENCE_EMAIL": "[email protected]",
        "CONFLUENCE_API_TOKEN": "your-api-token"
      }
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is Atlassian Cli?

Atlassian Cli is a lightweight Go CLI and MCP (Model Context Protocol) server for Jira and Confluence. It allows users to load only the tool groups they need, keeping token usage minimal for AI agents — unlike official remote MCP servers that load many tool schemas.

How to use Atlassian Cli?

Atlassian Cli is distributed as a single binary with no runtime dependencies. Authentication is configured via environment variables, supporting both Atlassian Cloud (API token) and Server/Data Center (PAT). It can run in MCP server mode for AI tools like Claude Code and Cursor.

Key features of Atlassian Cli

Single binary — no runtime dependencies required.
Auth via environment variables — works in headless/CI.
Supports Atlassian Cloud (API token) and Server/DC (PAT).
MCP server mode for Claude Code, Cursor, and other AI tools.
Output in table, JSON, or GitHub-flavored Markdown.
Interactive TUI mode available.

Use cases of Atlassian Cli

AI agents that need lightweight Jira or Confluence access without large tool schemas.
Headless CI/CD pipelines for automated issue or page management.
On-premise Atlassian instances where a remote MCP server is not feasible.
Developers preferring a single, dependency‑free binary for automation.

FAQ from Atlassian Cli

Does Atlassian Cli require any runtime dependencies?

No. It is a single Go binary with no external runtime dependencies.

How do I authenticate with Atlassian Cli?

Authentication is done via environment variables. Use an API token for Atlassian Cloud or a Personal Access Token (PAT) for Server/Data Center instances.

What platforms does Atlassian Cli support?

It supports both Atlassian Cloud and Server/Data Center editions.

Can I control which tools are loaded in MCP server mode?

Yes. The server lets you load only the tool groups you need, reducing context window consumption compared to official remote MCP servers.

What output formats are supported?

Output can be formatted as table, JSON, or GitHub‑flavored Markdown.

Frequently asked questions

Does Atlassian Cli require any runtime dependencies?

No. It is a single Go binary with no external runtime dependencies.

How do I authenticate with Atlassian Cli?

Authentication is done via environment variables. Use an API token for Atlassian Cloud or a Personal Access Token (PAT) for Server/Data Center instances.

What platforms does Atlassian Cli support?

It supports both Atlassian Cloud and Server/Data Center editions.

Can I control which tools are loaded in MCP server mode?

Yes. The server lets you load only the tool groups you need, reducing context window consumption compared to official remote MCP servers.

What output formats are supported?

Output can be formatted as table, JSON, or GitHub‑flavored Markdown.

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