How to Build a Query to List All Stories Using ScriptRunner in JIRA

Описание: Learn how to effectively use `ScriptRunner` in JIRA to create a query that lists all stories under your epics with step-by-step instructions and tips.
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How to Build a Query to List All Stories Using ScriptRunner in JIRA

JIRA is a powerful tool used for issue tracking and project management. One of the advanced features available in JIRA is ScriptRunner, which enhances JIRA's capabilities with additional functions. However, for some users, the semantics of ScriptRunner can be challenging, leading to confusion when constructing queries.

The Problem

Suppose you have a query that successfully retrieves a list of all epics based on certain criteria. For example, this is the query you’re currently using:

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While this query effectively lists all your epics, your next objective is to create another query using ScriptRunner that flattens and returns all the stories associated with those epics.

Initially, you might try using:

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However, if you encountered an error message like this:

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you may find yourself perplexed. Fortunately, there is a solution.

The Solution

Escaping Quotes

One critical aspect to know when working with ScriptRunner is the requirement to correctly escape quotes inside your queries. Here’s how you can modify your original query to work properly:

Option 1: Escape Quotes

To escape quotes inside quotes, you can adjust your query to look like this:

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In this version, each quote in your criteria is escaped with a backslash (\).

Option 2: Use Single Quotes

Alternatively, you can simplify your query by using single quotes instead of double quotes around your field names and values:

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This approach eliminates the need for escaping and keeps your query cleaner and easier to read.

Conclusion

Using ScriptRunner in JIRA can be incredibly powerful, but it does come with its own set of rules and nuances. By either escaping quotes or using single quotes, you can successfully create queries that list all the stories tied to your epics.

By understanding and applying these practices, you can harness the full potential of ScriptRunner for your JIRA projects and streamline your workflow.

If you have any further questions or need clarification on using ScriptRunner, feel free to reach out!