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Introduction to Reports

What is a Report?

A report is a structured document that provides detailed information, analysis, and recommendations on a specific topic. In the context of Jira, reports offer insights into the progress, performance, and status of projects, tasks, and teams.

Types of Reports in Jira

Jira provides a variety of reports to help teams monitor their projects and performance. Some common types of reports include:

  • Burndown Chart: Shows the actual and estimated amount of work to be done in a sprint.
  • Velocity Chart: Displays the amount of work completed by a team in each sprint.
  • Sprint Report: Provides details on the work completed and not completed in a sprint.
  • Epic Report: Tracks the progress of epics over time.
  • Issue Type Report: Shows the distribution of different issue types in your project.

How to Access Reports in Jira

To access reports in Jira, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to your Jira project.
  2. Click on the Reports tab in the left-hand sidebar.
  3. Select the report you want to view from the list of available reports.

Example: Accessing the Burndown Chart

1. Go to your Jira project.
2. Click on Reports.
3. Select Burndown Chart from the list.

Creating Custom Reports

Jira also allows users to create custom reports using Jira Query Language (JQL). This can be useful for creating tailored reports that meet specific needs.

To create a custom report:

  1. Go to the Issues tab in the top navigation bar.
  2. Click on Search for issues.
  3. Use JQL to filter issues based on your criteria.
  4. Click on the Export button to generate a report in your desired format.

Example: Creating a Custom Report for Open Bugs

1. Go to Issues > Search for issues.
2. Enter the JQL query: project = "YourProject" AND issuetype = Bug AND status = Open.
3. Click on Search.
4. Click on the Export button and choose your format.

Interpreting Report Data

Understanding how to interpret the data in Jira reports is critical for making informed decisions. Here are some tips for interpreting common reports:

  • Burndown Chart: Look for trends in the remaining work line. A steady decline indicates consistent progress.
  • Velocity Chart: Compare the velocity across sprints to identify patterns and predict future performance.
  • Sprint Report: Review completed and incomplete tasks to assess sprint success and areas for improvement.

Example: Interpreting a Burndown Chart

Burndown Chart:

The chart shows a downward trend in remaining work, indicating that the team is making progress towards completing the sprint on time. If there are spikes or plateaus, investigate potential blockers or issues.