maximepeabody simple jira mcp

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A really simple MCP server for Jira, which uses docker for easy deployment.

What is maximepeabody simple jira mcp

Jira MCP Server

A Simple Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants to interact with Jira. This server enables AI to perform actions like:

  • Fetching user's assigned tickets
  • Adding comments to tickets
  • Getting available status transitions
  • Updating ticket status

Prerequisites

  • Docker
  • Jira account with API access
  • Environment variables configured (see below)

Environment Variables

Create a .env file in the root directory with the following:

JIRA_SERVER=https://yourcompany.atlassian.net
[email protected]
JIRA_API_KEY=yourapikey
JIRA_PROJECT_KEY=yourprojectkey

Get your API key from: https://id.atlassian.com/manage-profile/security/api-tokens

Running Locally

Option 1: Using Docker

# Build and run with Docker
chmod +x run_docker_locally.sh
./run_docker_locally.sh

Option 2: Using Python

  1. Install dependencies:
pip install -r requirements.txt
  1. Run the server:
uvicorn src.server:app --reload

This will start the server on http://localhost:8000.

Using the MCP Server

The MCP server is exposed at http://localhost:8000/mcp.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCP?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. Think of MCP like a USB-C port for AI applications, providing a standardized way to connect AI models to different data sources and tools.

What are MCP Servers?

MCP Servers are lightweight programs that expose specific capabilities through the standardized Model Context Protocol. They act as bridges between LLMs like Claude and various data sources or services, allowing secure access to files, databases, APIs, and other resources.

How do MCP Servers work?

MCP Servers follow a client-server architecture where a host application (like Claude Desktop) connects to multiple servers. Each server provides specific functionality through standardized endpoints and protocols, enabling Claude to access data and perform actions through the standardized protocol.

Are MCP Servers secure?

Yes, MCP Servers are designed with security in mind. They run locally with explicit configuration and permissions, require user approval for actions, and include built-in security features to prevent unauthorized access and ensure data privacy.

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