Getting Started with JIRA - What is Jira?

The video introduces JIRA as a project management and issue tracking tool, explaining its origin from the Japanese word for Godzilla. It discusses various project management methodologies like Waterfall and Sigma, and how they influence the choice of tools. JIRA is primarily designed for agile methodology, but can be customized for other methods using plugins. The course emphasizes the importance of understanding agile concepts within JIRA, offering a crash course for those unfamiliar with agile.

What is JIRA and what is its primary purpose?

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Explain the origin of the name 'JIRA'.

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What are some methodologies that companies use to organize their projects?

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How does the methodology a company uses affect the tools they choose?

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What are some core agile terms and concepts that one should understand when using JIRA?

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