Jira 8 Project Customization from Pluralsight

Jira allows a wealth of customizations, and in this course, you'll explore a wide range of customizations software teams often need. Adding custom issue types and fields, customizing screens, permissions, issue security, and many others are covered.

Jira provides a wide array of customization options. However, learning what they are and how to apply them can be challenging. In this course, Jira 8 Project Customization, you’ll learn what those options are and how to apply them to achieve common needs of software development teams. First, you'll explore how to add issue types and how to create custom fields. Next, you'll discover how to customize screens and how to customize notifications and permissions. Then, you'll gain the knowledge of issue security and how to maintain the lists of priorities, statuses, and resolutions. Finally, you'll understand the basics of next-gen projects in Jira Software Cloud. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills you need to customize your own projects in Jira.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Understanding Project Customization Options

Customizing Project Categories and Roles

Adding Issue Types

Creating Custom Fields

Creating Custom Screens

Customizing Priorities, Statuses, and Resolutions

Customizing Notifications

Customizing Permissions and Security Schemes

Using Next-gen Projects and the New Issue View

Learning More

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches how to customize Jira to meet specific needs, which is standard in software development

Develops skills in Jira customization, which are core for software development teams

Taught by Jim Weaver, who is recognized for their work in Jira customization

Examines customizing Jira, which is highly relevant to software development teams

Covers key aspects of Jira customization, such as issue types, fields, screens, and permissions

Provides a step-by-step approach to customizing Jira projects

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Jira 8 Project Customization with these activities:

Review Jira Fundamentals

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Ensure a strong foundation by reviewing Jira fundamentals prior to starting the course.

Browse courses on Jira

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Review Jira documentation or online tutorials on basic concepts.
Create a free Jira account and explore the interface.

Solve Jira Customization Challenges on Practice Platforms

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Test and refine your customization skills by solving hands-on challenges on platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank.

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Identify a practice platform that offers Jira-related challenges.
Select challenges that align with the desired customization outcomes.
Attempt to solve the challenges, utilizing the knowledge gained from the course.
Review solutions and identify areas for improvement.

Practice Custom Issue Type Creation

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Reinforce your understanding of custom issue type creation through hands-on exercises.

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Create a new project in Jira.
Add a new custom issue type to the project.
Configure fields, workflows, and permissions for the custom issue type.

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Develop a Custom Jira Project with Extensive Customizations

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Build a personal or team Jira project by setting custom fields, notifications, and permissions to gain hands-on experience.

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Set up a new Jira project with custom issue types and fields.
Configure project screens, permissions, and security schemes.
Create custom notifications and email templates.
Test and evaluate the customizations to ensure they meet project requirements.

Participate in Jira User Group Discussions

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Engage with other Jira users to exchange knowledge, tips, and best practices.

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Join Jira user groups or forums online.
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences.
Collaborate with peers to solve Jira-related challenges.

Follow Video Tutorials on Jira Advanced Customization

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Reinforce your understanding by watching video tutorials from Pluralsight or YouTube to enhance your Jira customization skills.

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Identify specific customization topics you wish to explore.
Search and select reputable video tutorials that align with your learning goals.
Take notes during the tutorials to capture key concepts and best practices.

Host a Study Group to Discuss Jira Best Practices

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Enhance your Jira knowledge and exchange ideas by organizing a study group with peers to discuss best practices and share experiences.

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Invite fellow students or colleagues who are familiar with Jira.
Choose a topic related to Jira customization and prepare discussion points.
Facilitate the discussion, encouraging active participation from all members.
Summarize key takeaways and action items for future reference.

Attend Jira Customization Workshops

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Enhance your Jira customization capabilities by attending workshops led by experienced instructors.

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Identify and register for Jira customization workshops.
Attend the workshops and actively participate in hands-on exercises.
Network with other participants and experts in the field.

Contribute to Open-Source Jira Plugins

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Deepen your understanding of Jira customization by contributing to open-source plugins, exploring real-world scenarios, and collaborating with the community.

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Identify open-source Jira plugins that match your interests and skill level.
Fork the repository and make changes to enhance the plugin's functionality.
Submit a pull request with a detailed description of your changes.
Work with the plugin maintainers to refine your contribution.

Participate in Jira Customization Challenges

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Test your skills and learn from others by participating in Jira customization challenges.

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Discover Jira customization challenges online or through user groups.
Form a team or participate individually.
Develop and submit your Jira customization solution.
Receive feedback and learn from the winning solutions.

Develop a Custom Jira Project Plan

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Apply your knowledge to design a customized Jira project plan that meets the specific needs of your team or organization.

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Define the project goals and requirements.
Design a custom workflow that aligns with the project process.
Create and configure custom issue types, fields, and screens.
Set up permissions and security to ensure data integrity and access control.
Test and refine the project plan to ensure it meets the desired outcomes.

Contribute to Jira Open Source Projects

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Make a meaningful contribution to the Jira community by contributing to open source projects.

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Identify open source Jira projects that align with your interests.
Review the project documentation and contribute code or documentation.
Engage with the project maintainers and other contributors.
Learn from the codebase and best practices of experienced Jira developers.

Career center

Learners who complete Jira 8 Project Customization will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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Software Engineer

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Technical Program Manager

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IT Manager

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Product Manager

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Data Analyst

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Business Analyst

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Database Administrator

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Computer Programmer

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Network Engineer

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Systems Analyst

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Information Security Analyst

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Project Coordinator

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