Summary

In this chapter, we looked at third-party apps, what they are, and what they can do. We looked at the Atlassian Marketplace, from where you can search for apps that might be useful to you. We also learned how to use the Universal Plugin Manager to install and manage apps, and some of its additional features to help troubleshoot problems in Jira, especially if the problem is related to apps. We also looked at some popular apps and how to use them to extend Jira’s capabilities, such as adding new custom field types and workflow post functions, so you can do more with Jira. Lastly, we looked at some important factors to consider when choosing what app to install. Jira is a great tool, and third-party apps help to make this tool even better, but you must make sure you choose the right app for you to ensure your long-term success.