I’m new to using Jira and just set up my first project. I want to connect it with version control for my source files but I’m having trouble finding the right options.
When I check the available plugins section, I only see CVS modules listed. I don’t see any Subversion options there. This is confusing because I thought SVN would be available.
Can someone help me figure out how to get SVN working with my Jira setup? I need to add my project files to version control. I’m using the hosted version where everything should be managed through Jira’s platform.
What steps do I need to follow to get this working properly?
You’re mixing up two different tools. Jira does project management and issue tracking - SVN handles your source code. Hosted Jira won’t give you SVN repos directly. You need an external SVN service like VisualSVN Server or CollabNet. Set that up first, then connect it to Jira with the Subversion plugin or FishEye connector. You’ll be able to link commits to tickets and see code changes right in your issues. Check if your hosted plan supports third-party integrations though. Basic plans often limit plugin access, so you might need to upgrade. Or just use Bitbucket - it gives you Git repos and Jira integration without the hassle. Those CVS modules are legacy stuff nobody uses anymore.
Hit this same problem a few years ago when streamlining our dev workflow.
Jira isn’t your version control system - you need SVN running separately, then connect it to Jira for tracking issues.
But honestly? This setup’s way more complex than necessary. Skip juggling SVN servers, Jira plugins, and maintenance headaches. Automate the whole workflow instead.
I use automation for version control triggers, issue updates, and deployment pipelines. Someone commits code? It updates the Jira ticket, runs tests, and deploys if tests pass. All automatic.
No manual linking between systems or fighting plugin configs. Set the workflow once, let automation handle tool connections.
Latenode makes this integration simple. Connect SVN commits directly to Jira updates without separate plugins or servers.
i get how u feel! but yeah, jira is mainly for tracking issues, not handling the code. u’ll need to set up an svn server separately, then link it with jira using tools like fish-eye or a plugin for svn. the hosted version doesn’t support svn repos directly.