Jira
The #1 software development tool used by agile teams.
Overview
Jira is a proprietary issue tracking product developed by Atlassian that allows bug tracking and agile project management. Although originally designed as a bug and issue tracker, Jira has evolved into a powerful work management tool for all kinds of use cases, from requirements and test case management to agile software development.
✨ Key Features
- Agile Boards (Scrum and Kanban)
- Customizable Workflows
- Roadmaps
- Backlog Grooming
- Reporting and Dashboards
- Issue and Bug Tracking
- Advanced Search (JQL)
- Integration with Developer Tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with developer tools (Bitbucket, GitHub)
- Powerful and flexible workflow engine
- Advanced features for agile methodologies
- Extensive customization through the Atlassian Marketplace
Unique Value: Empowers agile teams to plan, track, and release world-class software with a single source of truth for development work.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Agile software development for teams of all sizes
- Issue and bug tracking for software projects
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple task management for non-technical teams
- Users who prefer a very simple and intuitive interface
🏆 Alternatives
Jira is more powerful and developer-focused than Trello and Asana, but can also be more complex to set up and use for non-technical teams.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium and Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 7-day free trial
Free tier: Up to 10 users, 2GB storage, unlimited projects
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