Trying to become a Jira Admin. What is the most cost effective training/resources

Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

Hi Everyone,

I have been out of work for the past month due to Covid and have heard about becoming a jira admin from a friend. Switching from the retail life to the IT life (Hopefully). Seems like they are hiring everywhere! Being tight on money what would be best place to start? I already did the free basic tutorial to start with for a broad knowledge of Jira.

Should I follow through the Atlassian course starting with Part 1 and Part 2? Or is there a better more cost effective option. 

Any help would be appreciated!

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Darlene Ashleigh Jeter August 13, 2020

This is the place you want to be. Good luck and welcome!!

https://www.atlassian.com/university

Take all the free training first and see how you do.

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Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

Started with the basic. I’ll move over to the other free ones. Thanks!

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August 13, 2020

You usually see great offers when you first go on to Udemy that disappear later 

remove their cookies to reset back to first time visitor 

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August 13, 2020

Hi Derek,

Continuing any consumption of information on the Atlassian tools is a good way to get started. The next is take that old computer you or a friend have, start following Atlassian's install guides, and learn to setup/break/fix the apps. Best luck in your hunt. Cheers!

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Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

Thank you!

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August 13, 2020

Have you checked on Udemy? There are some courses there: https://www.udemy.com/courses/search/?q=jira+administration

Full disclosure: one of those courses is mine, but I'm linking you to the search page so you can see all the options.

Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

I will also look into this. Thank you!

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August 13, 2020

Hi Derek - Welcome to the Atlassian Community!

I would get a free instance so you can play with it and run through scenarios. You also might see if you can shadow a local admin in your city some to see that the job looks like. 

Create some scenarios for helpful things around your house/church/school/organization, etc. and see what that looks like. 

I would be happy to do any mentoring I can online with you. 

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Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

Hi John!

I appreciate you replying!

i went under the the community for where I lived. But no one has posted there since January. But I will try to see if anyone is paying attention. 

I set up a free instance already. I will go ahead and start to create some scenarios to get more acquainted with it.

If you were able to mentor me I would so much appreciate it!

It is hard to figure out where to start sometimes. 

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August 13, 2020

drop me a line.

 

Alex Gallien August 13, 2020

I'd recommend looking into the various certifications offered by Atlassian. It gives you a good structure for learning, and something to put on your resume. I am an interviewer for my team, and certifications always look good.

Once you're feeling comfortable, a good first point of entry into an admin job is by working through a recruiting/temp agency or an Atlassian Partner. While it's mostly contract gigs, it gives you a way to build up the experience to allow you to land a FTE gig.

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August 13, 2020

Hi Derek,

I think the best way to start with the certification is to try the 

ACP-600 Project Administration in Jira Server.

You can find a bundle that includes a great course and exam registration at a reduced price (100$)

Of course, it's better to have experience as an admin but I think if you take this course and practice you have a good chance to pass.

Good luck

Gal.

Derek Kirchner August 13, 2020

Thanks Gal! I will definitely be looking into this!

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Inna Gordin August 13, 2020

Hi! In addition to all these great resources, definitely check out https://www.jirastrategy.com. It's by Rachel Wright, and she has great insights on her website (and in her book), and some of her new classes on linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/jira-basic-administration

Best of luck!

Inna

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@Derek Kirchner 

Hi Derek,

I just posted this advertisement for a Jira Administrator volunteer role. Great way to apply your learning and gain experience. Take a look: https://community.atlassian.com/t5/Jobs-Careers/Save-The-Water-is-hiring-a-Jira-Administrator-Volunteer/gpm-p/1471494

Reach out if you want more information or comment on the post and mention me.

Have a wonderful day!

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