Advanced JIRA Administration: Workflow Automation & Customization

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Advanced JIRA Administration: Workflow Automation & Customization

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Course Overview

In today's fast-paced business environment, JIRA administration has become a crucial skill for effectively managing projects. This advanced course explores the key features of JIRA, including customizing workflows, setting up permission schemes, and automating processes. These skills aim to enhance issue tracking and improve team collaboration.

Target Audience

JIRA Administrators
IT Managers and System Administrators
Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters
Project Managers
Software Development Team Leads
DevOps Engineers
Business Analysts

Targeted Organizational Departments

IT and Software Development
Project Management Offices (PMOs)
Customer Support and Helpdesk Teams
DevOps and Infrastructure Teams
Quality Assurance (QA) Departments

Targeted Industries

Software Development and IT Services
Finance and Banking
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Telecommunications
Government and Public Sector

Course Offerings

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Configure JIRA workflow automation to improve efficiency
Set up JIRA permission schemes and manage security levels
Differentiate and manage JIRA project roles vs groups
Implement JIRA notification schemes for better communication
Configure JIRA issue types and manage custom fields
Integrate JIRA REST and SOAP APIs for extended functionality
Troubleshoot JIRA debugging techniques and optimize performance
Implement JIRA scalability strategies for enterprise use
Customize JIRA dashboards for real-time reporting
Integrate JIRA with DevOps for seamless CI/CD processes

Training Methodology

Case Studies: Analyze JIRA workflow transitions and security configurations in corporate settings.
Live Demonstrations: Implement JIRA automation rules and custom notifications.
Group Activities: Collaborate to optimize JIRA permission schemes and issue workflows.
Troubleshooting Sessions: Debug and resolve common JIRA performance issues.
Q&A and Feedback: Gain insights from expert-led discussions.

Course Toolbox

JIRA Configuration Checklists
Pre-configured JIRA Templates
API Integration Guide
JIRA Performance Optimization Playbook
Real-World Case Studies
Access to Online Resources

Course Agenda

Day 1: Mastering JIRA Administration and Project Setup

Topic 1: Understanding JIRA Groups vs Project Roles
Topic 2: Configuring JIRA Project Setup and Structure
Topic 3: Managing JIRA Permission Schemes and Issue Security Levels
Topic 4: JIRA Notification Schemes and Communication Best Practices
Topic 5: JIRA Issue Type Configuration and Custom Field Management
Topic 6: Exploring JIRA Database Structure for Advanced Administration
Reflection & Review: Key Learnings from JIRA Administration Best Practices

Day 2: Advanced Workflow Customization and Issue Management

Topic 1: Understanding JIRA Workflow Schemes and Transitions
Topic 2: Creating Custom Workflows from Scratch
Topic 3: Implementing Workflow Conditions, Validators, and Post-Functions
Topic 4: JIRA Issue Lifecycle and Automation Rules
Topic 5: Managing Bulk Operations for Issue Updates
Topic 6: Best Practices for Debugging JIRA Workflow Issues
Reflection & Review: Reviewing Workflow Automation and Customization

Day 3: Security, Permissions, and Integration Strategies

Topic 1: JIRA Permission Troubleshooting and Access Management
Topic 2: Implementing JIRA Security Schemes for Controlled Access
Topic 3: JIRA Integrations with External methods and API Management
Topic 4: Using JIRA REST API for Automating Administrative Tasks
Topic 5: SOAP API and Command Line Interface (CLI) for Advanced Admins
Topic 6: Managing Remote Access Setup for JIRA Users
Reflection & Review: Securing and Extending JIRA Functionality

Day 4: Performance Optimization and DevOps Integration

Topic 1: JIRA Performance Optimization and Scalability Strategies
Topic 2: Best Practices for JIRA Upgrades and Data Migration
Topic 3: JIRA for DevOps: Integrating with CI/CD Pipelines
Topic 4: JIRA SLA Tracking and Agile Project Management
Topic 5: Monitoring User Activity and Troubleshooting JIRA Logs
Topic 6: Enhancing JIRA Ticketing System for Cross-Functional Collaboration
Reflection & Review: Performance Tuning and DevOps Best Practices

Day 5: Reporting, Dashboards, and Best Practices

Topic 1: JIRA Reporting Best Practices and Custom Report Generation
Topic 2: JIRA Dashboards Customization for Real-Time Monitoring
Topic 3: Agile Backlog Management and Sprint Planning in JIRA
Topic 4: JIRA Plugin Development and Extending Functionality
Topic 5: Troubleshooting Common JIRA Administration Challenges
Topic 6: JIRA Configuration Best Practices for Large Teams
Reflection & Review: Final Course Summary and Q&A

FAQ

What specific qualifications or prerequisites are needed for participants before enrolling in the course?

This course is designed for individuals with basic JIRA administration knowledge. Prior experience in JIRA configuration, issue tracking, and workflows is recommended but not required.

How long is each day's session, and is there a total number of hours required for the entire course?

Each day's session runs 4-5 hours, with breaks and interactive activities. The total course duration is 20-25 hours over five days.

What are the best practices for JIRA workflow automation to reduce manual tasks?

Some best practices include using automation rules, leveraging JIRA REST API, and implementing workflow triggers to minimize manual issue tracking and transitions.

How This Course is Different from Other JIRA Administration Courses

The course is uniquely designed to provide hands-on, real-world expertise beyond standard JIRA training programs. While many courses focus solely on JIRA basics, this program goes deep into JIRA administration, workflow automation, and security configurations to optimize issue tracking and project management.

Unlike traditional JIRA courses, this training includes JIRA workflow customization, JIRA permission schemes, JIRA notification schemes, and JIRA security levels in an interactive, scenario-based format. Participants will learn not just how to configure JIRA, but also how to troubleshoot common administrative issues, scale JIRA for enterprise environments, and integrate JIRA REST API and SOAP API for automation and DevOps workflows.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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