Chapter 6. The Power of JIRA Searching

In this chapter, we will cover:

  • Writing a JQL function
  • Sanitizing JQL functions
  • Adding a search request view
  • Smart querying using quick search
  • Searching in plugins
  • Parsing a JQL query in plugins
  • Linking directly to search queries
  • Indexing and de-indexing issues programmatically
  • Searching on issue entity properties
  • Managing filters programmatically
  • Subscribing to a filter

Introduction

JIRA is known for its search capabilities. It also allows us to extend these capabilities in a way that impresses its users! In this chapter, we will look at customizing the various searching aspects of JIRA, such as JQL, searching in plugins, managing filters, and so on.

JQL, JIRA Query Language, brings to the table advanced searching capabilities. ...

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