Jira Context MCP

What is jira_context_mcp

Jira Context MCP is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) designed to integrate Jira with Cursor. It enables users to automate issue management by fetching and interacting with Jira tickets, retrieving assigned issues, filtering by type, and instructing Cursor to resolve them within an integrated environment.

How to use jira_context_mcp

1. **Clone the repository** using `git clone https://github.com/yourusername/Jira-Context-MCP.git`. 2. **Install dependencies** with `npm install` or `pnpm install`. 3. **Create and configure the `.env` file** with Jira details, including base URL and API token. 4. **Build the project** using `npm run build` or `pnpm build`. 5. **Start the server** with `npm start` or use CLI mode with `npm run start:cli`. 6. **Connect to Cursor** by opening the Command Palette and selecting \"Connect to MCP Server,\" then input the server URL (default is `http://localhost:3000/sse`).

Key features of jira_context_mcp

• Fetch Jira issue details using `/get_issue issueKey:PROJECT-123`.
• Retrieve assigned issues with `/get_assigned_issues projectKey:PROJECT maxResults:10`.
• Filter issues by type with `/get_issues_by_type issueType:Bug projectKey:PROJECT maxResults:10`.
• List all available Jira projects using `/get_projects`.
• Retrieve recent ticket changes with `/get_recent_changes projectKey:PROJECT maxDays:7`.

Use cases of jira_context_mcp

• **Automating Issue Management**: Streamline Jira workflows by fetching and resolving issues directly in the IDE with Cursor integration.
• **Bug Fixing Automation**: Quickly identify and fix bugs or other specific issue types across multiple Jira projects.
• **Assigned Issue Handling**: Automatically retrieve and manage all issues assigned to the user from within an integrated development environment.

FAQ from jira_context_mcp

1. **How do I set up Jira Context MCP?** - Follow the installation steps to clone the repository, install dependencies, and configure your Jira API token and base URL. 2. **How do I connect Jira Context MCP with Cursor?** - Open the Command Palette in Cursor, select \"Connect to MCP Server,\" and enter the server URL to start interacting with Jira issues. 3. **What are the key commands in Jira Context MCP?** - Use commands like `/get_issue`, `/get_assigned_issues`, and `/get_issues_by_type` to interact with Jira directly from the Cursor IDE. 4. **Can I automate issue fixes within the IDE?** - Yes, by fetching issues and using commands like `/get_issues_by_type`, you can automate the process of resolving issues directly within the Cursor IDE.