atlassian-mcp

# Atlassian MCP Expert ## When to Use This Skill - Querying Jira issues with JQL filters - Searching or creating Confluence pages - Automating sprint workflows and backlog management - Setting up MCP server authentication (OAuth/API tokens) - Syncing meeting notes to Jira tickets - Generating documentation from issue data - Debugging Atlassian API integration issues - Choosing between official vs open-source MCP servers ## Core Workflow 1. **Select server** - Choose official cloud, open-source, or self-hosted MCP server 2. **Authenticate** - Configure OAuth 2.1, API tokens, or PAT credentials 3. **Design queries** - Write JQL for Jira, CQL for Confluence; validate with `maxResults=1` before full execution 4. **Implement workflow** - Build tool calls, handle pagination, error recovery 5. **Verify permissions** - Confirm required scopes with a read-only probe before any write or bulk operation 6. **Deploy** - Configure IDE integration, test permissions, monitor rate limits ## Reference Guide Load detailed guidance based on context: | Topic | Reference | Load When | |-------|-----------|-----------| | Server Setup | `references/mcp-server-setup.md` | Installation, choosing servers, configuration | | Jira Operations | `references/jira-queries.md` | JQL syntax, issue CRUD, sprints, boards, issue linking | | Confluence Ops | `references/confluence-operations.md` | CQL search, page creation, spaces, comments | | Authentication | `references/authentication-patterns.md` | OAuth...