How do I connect jira cloud with data center managed GitHub

Question

Is there a way to connect Jira cloud project with data center managed GitHub?

Appreciate any guidance.

Regards,

John M.

Javier Pozuelo -Exalate- · Answer

Hi @Akash Singh, I'm the community manager at Exalate.

Yes, it’s definitely possible! Just to clarify, are you looking to sync issues only, or do you need something more advanced like automating workflows, syncing pull requests, or comments?

I believe this is possible with the default GitHub for Jira app, but it can be complicated because it mainly supports GitHub Cloud.

If you're using GitHub Data Center and need more flexibility, third-party apps like Exalate offer deeper, bidirectional integration.
You can explore available options here: Atlassian Marketplace

Good luck with your integration!

john.main · Answer

Thank you Akash.

Akash Singh_vujl0e · Answer

Hi @john.main

Integrating Gitlab (Self-hosted) offering to Jira cloud would require you to install the Gitlab for Jira Cloud app using any of the two methods which are described in detailed here.

I would recommend going with installing the app in development mode as it is much easier than making your own marketplace listing of the app. This would enable Jira Development panel with Gitlab as the VCS source.

However, keep in mind for this to work your Gitlab instance has to be publicly available i.e. it should be behind a closed network which is only accessible via VPN or proxy which is one of the biggest challenges in integrating self-hosted Gitlab with Jira Cloud.

For integrating Jira issues with Gitlab, you can follow the straightforward instruction given on Jira issues integration documentation page from Gitlab.

*Note: Installing Gitlab for Jira Cloud directly from the marketplace won't work as it is intended for Gitlab.com (SaaS) only.