Jenkins Connector for Jira Quick start

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Last updated: Oct 23, 2023
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Pre-Requisits

  • Make sure your Jenkins URL set correctly in Manage Jenkins > Configure System.

  • Make sure your Jenkins IP / Host accessible to public.

 

Step-1

Generate Jenkins API Token. Refer Jenkins API Token

Note.

  • Skip this step If you plan to use URL based token authentication i.e. Trigger builds remotely Option in Job Configuration.

  • Required Jenkins API Token If CSRF Protection is enabled in Configure Global Security.

 

Step-2

Configure Jenkins Server Configuration in Jira.

Go to Apps > Manage apps > Jenkins Connector > Click Update to Add new Jenkins Server Configuration.

Note.

  • Set CSRF Crumb Issue to TRUE if your Jenkins master is enabled CSRF Protection in Configure Global Security.

  • Jenkins Username and API token is Optional.

    • If Jenkins master has read access to everyone

    • If  CSRF Protection is not enabled

 

Next Steps

Jenkins Issue Panel