What’s Next After Jira Data Center? Navigating Atlassian’s Cloud Transition

Atlassian has announced the end of life (EOL) for Jira Data Center products, with support winding down over the next few years. This strategic shift is part of Atlassian’s commitment to a cloud-first future, aiming to provide customers with scalable, secure, and innovative solutions.

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Managing requirements is a critical part of any software development or engineering project. The video “Requirement management in Jira” walks through how teams can use Jira (a popular issue and project tracking tool) to capture, track, and manage requirements in a structured, transparent way.

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 Jira is a powerful tool on its own—but its real strength lies in how well it plays with other tools. In this blog, we’ll walk through common Jira integrations that can supercharge your workflows, boost team collaboration, and reduce friction between tools.

As Atlassian continues to evolve, Jira Cloud has become the clear focus for the future. For developers and consultants looking to build powerful, scalable, and modern Jira apps, learning Node.js is no longer optional — it’s essential.

In 2024, I shared my thoughts on whether Jira professionals should invest their time in learning Jira Data Center and ScriptRunner for Jira. Back then, my advice was influenced by Atlassian’s strong push toward Jira Cloud, which they’ve clearly stated is their long-term focus.