JIRA is a popular project management and issue-tracking tool developed by Atlassian. Originally designed for bug tracking in software development, JIRA has evolved into a versatile platform used for managing tasks, tracking progress, and facilitating collaboration across various types of projects, including software development, agile project management, and business operations. JIRA's flexibility and customizable workflows allow teams to define their processes, prioritize tasks, and monitor progress in real time, making it an essential tool for project management in many organizations.

In software development, JIRA is often used in conjunction with agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban, where it helps teams manage sprints, backlogs, and user stories. JIRA's integration with other tools, such as Confluence, Bitbucket, and GitHub, enables seamless collaboration and visibility across the development lifecycle. Teams can use JIRA to create and assign tasks, track bugs, and generate reports, providing a centralized platform for project management and issue resolution. With its extensive plugin ecosystem and scalability, JIRA is suitable for teams of all sizes, from small startups to large enterprises, and is widely regarded as one of the leading tools in project and issue management.