Lucas_DevSamurai_ Atlassian Partner

Hi everyone, I'm back. And as I promised last week, today I will share with you some of my best practices while sprint planning to get the best result out of it. Please keep in mind these practices are based on my own experience. So, if you have any other things to share, let's note them in the comment for everyone else to…

Hi community, I want to share a bit about the custom leave types that we see and use every day (or every off day to be exact). We should not treat PTOs like a jack of all trades. By categorizing different leave types, we can better understand the problem why each member is getting a day off and possibly identify what went…

Jira has become the backbone of work tracking for many organizations. From software development to operations, QA, marketing, and beyond, teams rely on Jira work items to plan work, track progress, and collaborate. Along the way, attachments in Jira naturally become part of daily workflows—screenshots for bug reports,…

Hi community, today I want to share a little bit of my top 5 for Best Leave Management in Jira since we all know that, there are no direct way to do it in Jira natively. So, go grab a snack and a drink, and see if you happen to use any of these apps I mentioned below. Managing people is just as important as managing work.…

Hi community, today allow me to share some of my best practices to help you track billable hours in Jira more effectively. Billable hour tracking is often perceived as an administrative requirement, but for project leaders, it is a strategic capability. When done well, it creates visibility and control across delivery,…

Hi community, we're back with a big update for GanttTable: version 3.10.0. In this December, you can expect the smart column to be enhanced with Custom formulas, copying and pasting values while selecting multiple cells, and many more exciting new features. New features in GanttTable version 3.10.0 1. Smart column and…

Hey, it's Apptoberfest 🎃🍂 again. This year, we're introducing someone new to the TimePlanner team 🙌 Meet Bob the stickman, our project manager! Unfortunately, things are not going so well for him. He's been stuck in the wild world of chaotic team management. * Teams are scattered * More time chasing down timesheets than…

Let’s face it: managing assets, handling customer service requests, and keeping everything running smoothly can feel like you're trying to keep a dozen spinning plates in the air. But with AssetIT, suddenly, it’s a piece of cake. 🍰 AssetIT’s IT Asset Management (ITAM) capabilities seamlessly work with IT Service Management…

Hello community, I'd love to share a bit of my understanding and some best practices when planning resource capacity for your projects. I'm no manager (yet, lol xD), but I believe these are what we all should consider. Resource capacity planning is crucial for making sure you allocate the right resources to the right tasks…

When it comes to managing projects, especially in agile environments, Jira is a powerful tool that enables teams to track issues, monitor progress, and manage workflows efficiently. However, while Jira provides robust capabilities, there are times when you need to organize, analyze, or report data in ways that its…

Hi community, it's Lucas from DevSamurai, and I have some exciting news to share with you. Starting from the new version of 2.0.0-AC, AgileTest is now a Forge app! 🤩 So, what’s up with Forge? Forge is Atlassian's cloud platform for app development, allowing developers to deploy their applications on infrastructure that…

Hi community, it's Lucas from DevSamurai. Today, I want to share you about what "Run on Atlassian" and how a Run-on-Atlassian Gantt chart can transform your Agile project. Imagine you’re a project manager juggling a dozen tasks, deadlines looming, and stakeholders asking for updates. Chaos, right? Then, you discover the…

Hi community, we have some exciting news to share: From June 2025, Routemap for Confluence has a new name. Say hello to ConfluPlan. ConfluPlan brings together ideas, people, and tools in one clear, collaborative space. With a cleaner interface and simplicity, it’s built to make project management feel like a natural part…

Hi community, we at DevSamurai have some exciting news to announce. Our latest solution, GanttTable for Jira is officially launched to streamline your workflow and project planning 🥳 Moreover, this also marks an important milestone for us as this is our first product 100% built on Forge. It allows us to create a custom…

Strategic planning is an essential process for any organization aiming to navigate the complexities of the modern business environment with clarity and purpose. That’s why it is important to understand and know how to develop a strategic plan effectively. More importantly, it involves setting a direction for the…

Hi community, today I came across something that sparked some thoughts in me. Have you ever heard of Innovation Management? If not, you're not alone. I was just like you a week ago. So, I'd like to share with you What innovation management is & Strategies to leverage it in your product development. Integrating innovation…

Hi community, today let's talk a bit about ideation or idea management. Especially in the era when we, as developers, need innovative and worthy ideas to stay ahead of the competition. We all know that it is important to stay ahead of the competition. However, it requires more than just maintaining the status quo. More…

Hi community, I'm happy to share that a new version of Routemap 1.7.2-AC has been released! Are you excited about what's coming in this new version? 🤩 New features 1. Ideas Portal 💡 In this new version, we’re empowering our users to collect more ideas from team members, stakeholders, and even their external customers for…

Hi community, today I want to share a bit about how to work around Jira sprint management so any new members to Atlassian and Jira can understand things better. As we all know, Jira is a powerful tool for agile development. However, getting the most out of Jira sprint management features takes more than just knowing the…

Hi everyone, it's Lucas from DevSamurai. Today, allow me to share with you some release management practices so you can make things a whole lot better. Release management is a critical aspect of the software development lifecycle that focuses on planning, scheduling, and controlling software builds through different stages…

Originating from Agile methodology, sprint project management offers a structured yet flexible way to handle complex projects by breaking them down into manageable, time-boxed intervals called sprints. This method allows teams to focus on delivering incremental value, adapting to changes swiftly, and continuously improving…

Hi community, it's me, Lucas, again. Today, I want to change things a bit and have a discussion about your recommended tools for Jira sprint planning tools. And I'll go first with my list on this topic. This is mainly based on my hands-on experience and first impression. So, if you have any other suggestions, please feel…

Hi community, it's Lucas again and today, I have something to share with you. We all know how important it is to be able visualize our Jira tasks or issue dependencies for better management and workflow. But have you ever think about making such management effective? If not, you can join me in this article and together for…

Hi community, I'm happy to share that a new version of Routemap 1.6.1-AC has been released! What to expect in this new version? 🧐 New features 1. Support in-app translation You can now use Routemap in your preferred language so you don't have to worry about misunderstanding the app features. Those include the Routemap…

Hi community! we are thrilled to announce that Routemap for Jira Cloud has got a new version, 1.5.11-AC 🤩 In this version, we're bringing a brand new feature, updates, and improvements to streamline your workflow and enhance your sprint planning ability 🚀 What’s new in the Routemap 1.5.11 release? We proudly bring you the…

Hi community, it's Lucas again. Today, allow me to share you some of the tips that I personally found helpful when working with an agile product roadmap. And perhaps these tips are also useful to you. An agile product roadmap is crucial to any product development process, especially in an agile environment. Unfortunately,…

Hi community, today I would like to share with you about how you can visualize Jira dependencies for efficient agile project management. Jira stands out as a comprehensive tool that helps teams track progress, manage tasks, and streamline workflows. However, as projects grow in complexity, so does the intricate web of task…

Let's start this new year with a new milestone for Mocky. We are delighted to announce that the Confluence Data Center edition of the app, version 1.0.0 has been officially released. What to expect from Mocky Data Center for Confluence? In this version of Mocky for Confluence, we have brought every feature that you love…

Hi community, this is Lucas and today I wish to talk about something we might have missed from the very beginning - the Jira Diagram. So, in this article, I'll go over its concept, integration, and practices. Jira stands out as a cornerstone tool, renowned for its adaptability and comprehensive features. Central to its…

Hi community, it's Lucas from DevSamurai. Today, I would like to give you guys a closer look at Product Roadmap templates that you can use for your projects. From these templates, you can find and choose one that not only suits you and your project best but also impresses your stakeholders. For any organization, a product…