Overview
What is Jira communication server MCP Server?
A TypeScript-based MCP server that provides tools to interact with Jira. It enables executing JQL queries, creating, editing, and deleting tickets, and listing projects and statuses.
How to use Jira communication server MCP Server?
Install dependencies with npm install, build with npm run build, then add the server configuration to your Claude Desktop config file with required environment variables (JIRA_URL, JIRA_API_MAIL, JIRA_API_KEY). Run with the MCP Inspector for debugging.
Key features of Jira communication server MCP Server
- Execute JQL queries (
execute_jql) - Create, edit, and delete Jira tickets
- List Jira projects and statuses
- Assign tickets to users and query assignable users
- Add attachments from public URLs or Confluence pages
- Fetch ticket name and description with
get_only_ticket_name_and_description
Use cases of Jira communication server MCP Server
- Manage Jira tickets via natural language in Claude Desktop
- Automate project status lookups and ticket creation
- Assign tickets to team members without leaving the chat
- Attach files from Confluence or public URLs to tickets
FAQ from Jira communication server MCP Server
What transport does this server use?
It communicates over stdio, which is standard for MCP servers. Debugging is supported via the MCP Inspector.
What environment variables are required?
JIRA_URL (your Atlassian instance URL), JIRA_API_MAIL (your email), and JIRA_API_KEY (generated from Atlassian API tokens).
How do I install and configure the server?
Install dependencies with npm install, build with npm run build, then add the server definition to your Claude Desktop config file (location depends on OS) with the node command pointing to the built index.js.
Where is data stored?
The server does not mention local storage; it communicates directly with the Jira API using the provided credentials.
What are the known limits?
No known limits are mentioned in the README.
