Hey everyone, I’m struggling to set up a good dashboard in Jira for our testing team. We need to keep tabs on who’s doing what tests and how critical the bugs are. Can anyone share some tips on making a dashboard that shows:
- Which tester is working on what tests
- How many tests each person has finished
- A breakdown of bug priorities
I’m pretty new to Jira and could use some help figuring out the best way to set this up. What gadgets or charts do you recommend? Are there any custom fields we should add?
Also, if you’ve got any screenshots of dashboards that work well for test tracking, that would be awesome. Thanks in advance for any advice!
hey samuel, jql filters are gr8 for test tracking. use filters for testers, status and bug priority, then display with pie charts or stats gadgets. you can add a filter results gadget so u can see whos doing what. hope this helps!
As someone who’s been in your shoes, I can tell you that creating an effective Jira dashboard for test tracking is crucial. One approach that’s worked well for me is using a combination of the ‘Two-Dimensional Filter Statistics’ gadget and the ‘Created vs. Resolved’ gadget. The former gives you a great overview of tests by assignee and status, while the latter helps track overall progress and productivity.
For bug priorities, I’ve found the ‘Pie Chart’ gadget to be most effective. It provides a clear visual representation that’s easy for everyone to understand at a glance.
One custom field I’d strongly recommend is ‘Test Cycle’. This allows you to group tests by sprint or release, which is invaluable for tracking progress over time.
Remember, the key is to iterate on your dashboard. What works for one team might not work for another, so don’t be afraid to adjust based on feedback from your testers. Good luck with your setup!
I’ve found that combining a few key elements creates an effective test tracking dashboard in Jira. Start with a ‘Filter Results’ gadget to show active tests and assignees. Add an ‘Issue Statistics’ gadget to display test completion rates per tester. For bug priorities, a ‘Pie Chart’ gadget works well. Custom fields like ‘Test Type’ and ‘Test Environment’ can provide additional insights. One crucial tip: keep it simple and focused on actionable data. Avoid cluttering the dashboard with too much information. Regular reviews with your team will help refine the dashboard over time, ensuring it remains a valuable tool for your testing process.