jirahhh

Manage Jira issues from the command line via uvx.

7|1|Updated Jan 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding --skill jirahhh
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Skill: jirahhh
Source: https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding/tree/main/skills/jirahhh
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding --skill jirahhh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables teams to manage Jira issues directly from the command line, reducing context switching and accelerating day-to-day task handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, view, update, and search Jira issues from the terminal, enabling faster issue lifecycle management for engineers and product teams.
  • Inline Markdown support for descriptions and acceptance criteria with automatic conversion to Jira wiki markup.
  • Environment switching between stage and production via the uvx workflow, allowing safe testing and deployment processes.

Quick Start

Use uvx to perform common Jira actions without cloning repositories. Examples:

  • View an issue uvx --from "git+https://github.com/shanemcd/jirahhh" jirahhh view AAP-12345 --env prod
  • Create an issue uvx --from "git+https://github.com/shanemcd/jirahhh" jirahhh create --env prod --project AAP --type Task --summary "My Task" --description "Task description" --acceptance-criteria "- Criteria 1"
  • Update or search uvx --from "git+https://github.com/shanemcd/jirahhh" jirahhh search "project = AAP AND status = Open" --env prod

Frequently Asked Questions about jirahhh

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Jira issues directly from the command line?▼

Jira issue management via a compact CLI allows engineers to create, view, update, and search issues directly from the terminal, reducing context switching and accelerating daily task handling.

Can I use Markdown for Jira issue descriptions and acceptance criteria?▼

Yes, inline Markdown support is provided for descriptions and acceptance criteria. The CLI automatically converts Markdown formatting to Jira wiki markup before interfacing with the Jira API.

How do I search Jira issues using a CLI without cloning the repository?▼

Use the uvx tool to search Jira issues by passing a JQL query string, such as running a command with parameters like 'project = AAP AND status = Open' and specifying the target environment.

Does the uvx workflow support switching between Jira stage and production environments?▼

Yes, environment switching between stage and production is supported via the uvx workflow. Pass the '--env' parameter with values like 'prod' or 'stage' to execute actions against the desired Jira environment.

What is the best way to create a Jira task from the terminal?▼

The best way to create a Jira task from the terminal is using the uvx command with the 'create' action, specifying the project, issue type, summary, description, and acceptance criteria via flags.

Which Jira projects can I target for CLI issue management?▼

CLI issue management through this workflow supports creating, viewing, updating, and searching issues specifically across the ANSTRAT and AAP Jira projects.