JiraLensRefer to this documentation for contribution guidelines. IntroductionOverviewJiraLens is a Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension tailored for developers seeking deeper insights into their codebase. It servers as a bridge between your code and the comprehensive information available on Jira pages. Why JiraLens?While extensions like GitLens offer valuable insights already, they often fall short of the wealth of information found on Jira. JiraLens seamlessly integrates with Jira pages, providing quick access to crucial details, such as the broader objective, the fix version of the change, and more. FeaturesStatus Bar ItemSeamlessly open Jira issues in a dedicated VS Code tab or your preferred external browser. Inline MessageReceive quick information about the committer, relative commit time, Jira issue key, and commit message. The content of the inline message can be easily configured. Hover ModalGain instant, essential information about the Jira issue while hovering over the inline message. Activity Bar ItemExperience automatic updates and display of Jira issue content for the active line, ensuring a seamless workflow. Issue TabEffortlessly review multiple Jira issues side by side for comprehensive project management. Comprehensive CommandsEasily tailor the extension settings to suit your preferences with a simple and intuitive configuration approach.
Extension SetupTo ensure proper functionality, JiraLens requires configuration of the Jira host, the Jira authentication token, and project keys. Additionally, ensure Jira issue keys are included in commit messages, as they are extracted from there. Jira HostIf your Jira address begins with Bearer Token (Personal Access Token)Navigate to your Jira profile page, access the Personal Access Tokens tab, and generate a token by clicking the corresponding button. Project KeysRefer to this documentation for the definition of Jira issue key and Jira project key. If an issue's key is Known Issues |