JIRA Basics - What Agilists Need to Know

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Duration
2 days

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Course Language
German

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Digital project management is a key success factor for modern organizations. Clear structures in Jira support agile teams in planning, implementation, and transparency.

Key topics

Agile values and understanding of roles.
Creation and maintenance of processes.
Sprint boards and Kanban boards.
Prioritization and roadmaps.
Reporting and performance analysis.

Prerequisite
Initial experience with agile projects or project management tools.

Target group
Agile teams, project managers, product owners, and IT specialists.

Structured workflows and valid metrics provide orientation in complex projects and strengthen digital collaboration in the long term.

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Course content

Scrum in brief

Brief explanation of Scrum

JIRA for agile project management

Project definition
Task list
Work phases
Versions
Problems
Building blocks
Project name and code
Code format
Customize project
Customize code
Remove project

Configure JIRA basic settings

JIRA integration
Account
Dashboard
Sidebars
Global bar
Search
Support
Dashboards
Projects
Boards
Tasks

Version control

Definition of a version
Merging versions
Alternative versions
Version parameters

Control tasks

Definition of issues
Processing issues in Jira
Meaning of epics & user stories
Processing epics and user stories in Jira

JIRA Sprint Management

Sprint planning: Defining tasks
Velocity: Set the pace of work
Agile board: Visualize tasks
Sprint name: Consistent naming
Sprint execution: Implement tasks

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Find
Search types
JQL language
JQL snippets
Share results
Save search & use in board

JIRA analysis tools

Dashboard overview
Create new dashboard
Select layout
What are widgets?
Pre-installed widgets
Add widget
Move widget
Delete widget
Wallboard view
Delete dashboard
Create report
Example: Burndown chart
Display burndown
Overview of report types
Agile evaluations
Error analysis
Planning & control

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Frequently asked questions

What is JIRA?

JIRA is a widely used tool for agile project management. It supports planning, task management, and transparent workflows in Scrum and Kanban teams.

What is taught in the basic course?

The course covers structure, operation, and key functions such as boards, tickets, backlogs, epics, prioritization, and simple reports.

Who is the training suitable for?

Suitable for project teams, product owners, Scrum Masters, and beginners who work with agile methods and digital tools.

What advantages does JIRA offer in everyday project work?

Clear task structures, transparent processes, and better collaboration increase efficiency and clarity in agile projects.

Which methods are covered?

The focus is on Scrum and Kanban, as well as the digital implementation of sprints, backlogs, and boards.

How does JIRA improve teamwork?

Transparent task allocation, status overview, and comment functions strengthen coordination and communication.

Why is JIRA relevant for modern companies?

Digital project management is a key success factor. JIRA combines planning, documentation, and reporting in one platform.

What are the professional advantages of having JIRA skills?

Sought-after expertise in IT, project management, and product development with good prospects on the job market.

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