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Deepak Rai
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Get started with Jira

Getting started with Jira involves several steps, from creating an account to setting up projects and issues. Here's a basic guide to help you get started with Jira:

1. Create a Jira Account:
Visit the Jira website https://start.atlassian.com/ and sign up for an account. You can choose between Jira Software, Jira Service Management, or Jira Core based on your needs.

2. Access Your Jira Instance:
After signing up, you'll be able to access your Jira instance. This may be a cloud-based instance hosted by Atlassian or a self-hosted instance, depending on your choice during the sign-up process.

3. Explore the Jira Interface:
Familiarize yourself with the Jira interface. Key components include the navigation bar, project sidebar, Issue wizard, Menu section, and the main work area where you'll manage your projects and issues.

4. Create Your First Project:
Click on the "Create" button and choose "Project" to create your first project. Select the project type (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, or a classic project) based on your team's workflow. After that select team managed or company managed project.

5. Set Up Project Details:
Provide basic details such as project name, key, and project lead. You can customize other settings based on your team's preferences.

6. Create Issues:
Issues represent tasks, user stories, or bugs. Create your first issue within the project by clicking on the "+ Create" button. Fill in details such as issue type, summary, and description.

7. Understand Issue Types and Workflows:
Familiarize yourself with different issue types (e.g., Epic, Story, Task) and the workflow associated with your project type. Workflows represent the states an issue goes through from creation to completion.

8. Configure Boards:
If you're using Scrum or Kanban, set up boards to visualize and manage your work. Boards help track the progress of issues through different states.

9. Invite Team Members:
Invite your team members to join your Jira project. Team members can collaborate, view and update issues, and participate in discussions.

10. Customize and Configure:
Explore the settings and configurations to tailor Jira to your team's needs. Customize workflows, issue types, and fields to match your processes.

11. Integrate with Other Tools:
Jira integrates with various tools and plugins. Explore integrations with version control systems, CI/CD tools, and communication platforms to streamline your development process.

12. Learn More About Jira Features:
Take advantage of advanced Jira features such as dashboards, reports, and filters. These features help you gain insights into your project's progress and performance.

13. Explore Additional Jira Applications:
Depending on your needs, explore other Jira applications like Jira Service Management for IT service management or Jira Align for scaled agile planning.

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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpNeH2ctIdfhMlaCqNZadmXE90IDEnhhS

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