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IntegrationstutorialNovember 18, 20258 min read

Connect Jira, Slack, and GitHub for Seamless Workflows

Trigger AI-powered development tasks from wherever your team works. Set up Devonair AI integrations with Jira, Slack, and GitHub to fit your existing workflow.

The best tools meet you where you work. Devonair integrates with Jira, Slack, and GitHub so you can trigger and monitor tasks without leaving your existing workflow.

Your team already has established processes. Devonair fits into them instead of replacing them.

Why Integrations Matter

Developers already have too many tools. Every context switch - from IDE to browser to Slack to Jira - fragments attention and slows work down.

Good integrations reduce context switching by letting you trigger actions from where you already are. Instead of:

  1. Notice a problem in Slack
  2. Open GitHub
  3. Find the repository
  4. Create an issue
  5. Write the task description

You can just:

  1. Type /devonair fix the problem in Slack

That's the difference integrations make.

Slack Integration

Trigger tasks directly from Slack. No need to switch to GitHub, open an issue, and write a prompt. Just type a command in the channel where your team already communicates.

Triggering tasks:

/devonair refactor the authentication module to use JWT

/devonair update all dependencies in the frontend repo

/devonair remove dead code in the payments service

Getting notifications:

Devonair posts updates to your configured channel:

  • When tasks start processing
  • When PRs are ready for review
  • When tasks complete or need attention

Channel-specific configuration:

Route notifications to the right place:

  • #frontend-dev gets updates for frontend repo tasks
  • #backend-dev gets updates for backend repo tasks
  • #releases gets changelog updates

Your team sees relevant updates without notification noise.

GitHub Integration

GitHub is where the work happens. Devonair connects as a GitHub App with the permissions you specify.

Triggering via issues:

Mention @devonair in any issue to trigger a task:

@devonair migrate all class components in /src to functional components

The agent comments on the issue with progress updates and links to resulting PRs.

PR hooks:

Configure tasks that run automatically when PRs are opened or updated:

@devonair on PR: generate changelog entry from commits

@devonair on PR: update API documentation if endpoints changed

Repository-specific settings:

Each repository can have its own configuration:

  • Which tasks are allowed
  • Which branches to target
  • What PR hooks are active

Jira Integration

Link Devonair tasks to Jira issues for traceability. When a task completes, the linked Jira issue is automatically updated.

Linking tasks to tickets:

Reference a Jira ticket when triggering a task:

@devonair PROJ-123: refactor the user authentication flow

or

/devonair PROJ-456: update dependencies in the API service

Automatic updates:

When the task completes:

  • The Jira ticket is updated with a link to the PR
  • A summary of changes is added as a comment
  • Status can automatically transition (configurable)

Workflow automation:

Configure Devonair to respond to Jira status changes:

  • Ticket moves to "Ready for Development" → Devonair picks up the task
  • PR is merged → Ticket moves to "Done"
  • Task fails → Ticket moves to "Blocked" with details

Example Workflow: Bug Fix

Here's how the pieces fit together for a typical bug fix:

  1. Product manager creates a Jira ticket for the bug (PROJ-789)

  2. Developer moves ticket to "Ready" after reviewing the requirements

  3. Developer triggers the task from Slack:

    /devonair PROJ-789: fix the race condition in the checkout flow

  4. Devonair posts an update to the team channel: "Starting work on PROJ-789: fix the race condition in the checkout flow"

  5. Devonair creates a PR on GitHub with the fix, linked to the Jira ticket

  6. Team reviews and merges through normal process

  7. Jira ticket automatically updates with PR link and moves to "Done"

  8. Slack notification confirms completion

The bug is fixed. Every system is updated. Nobody had to copy-paste links or update tickets manually.

Example Workflow: Scheduled Maintenance

For recurring maintenance across multiple projects:

  1. Configure scheduled tasks in Devonair:

    @devonair schedule weekly: update dependencies in all frontend repos

  2. Weekly, Devonair creates PRs for each repository

  3. Slack notifications alert the team: "Weekly dependency updates ready for review: frontend-app, frontend-admin, component-library"

  4. Team reviews and merges at their convenience

  5. If issues arise, Devonair comments on the PR with details and notifies Slack

Maintenance happens on schedule without anyone having to remember to do it.

Setting Up Integrations

Slack:

  1. Install the Devonair app in your Slack workspace
  2. Authorize access to specific channels
  3. Configure which repositories each channel can access

GitHub:

  1. Install the Devonair GitHub App
  2. Select which repositories to enable
  3. Configure permissions (read/write, which branches)

Jira:

  1. Connect your Jira instance in Devonair settings
  2. Map projects to repositories
  3. Configure status transitions (optional)

Each integration takes a few minutes. Once connected, they work together automatically.

Best Practices

Keep Slack channels focused

Don't send all notifications to #general. Route updates to relevant team channels so notifications are useful, not noise.

Use Jira links for traceability

Linking tasks to tickets creates an audit trail. You can always trace a code change back to the requirement that drove it.

Start with one workflow

Don't set up everything at once. Pick one workflow (bug fixes, maintenance, refactoring) and configure integrations for that. Expand once it's working smoothly.

Document your setup

Add integration details to your team's onboarding docs. New team members should know how to trigger tasks and where to expect notifications.

Advanced Integration Patterns

Once you're comfortable with basic integrations, explore these advanced patterns:

Multi-repo coordination:

/devonair update shared types in @company/types, then update all repos that depend on it

Conditional workflows:

@devonair PROJ-100: if this is a hotfix, cherry-pick to the release branch after merging

Team-specific routing:

/devonair assign this refactoring task to rotate through the backend team

Cross-system validation:

@devonair on PR: verify the Jira ticket has been approved before allowing merge

These patterns require more configuration but enable sophisticated automation that matches complex team workflows.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Tasks not triggering from Slack:

  • Verify the Devonair app is installed in the channel
  • Check that the repository is enabled for that channel
  • Confirm command syntax is correct

Jira updates not appearing:

  • Verify Jira integration is connected
  • Check that the project is mapped to the repository
  • Confirm ticket numbers are formatted correctly (PROJ-123)

GitHub permissions errors:

  • Verify the Devonair GitHub App has access to the repository
  • Check branch protection rules aren't blocking the agent
  • Confirm write permissions are enabled

Integration Without Disruption

Devonair integrations are designed to amplify your existing processes, not replace them.

Your team already uses Slack for communication, GitHub for code, and Jira for tracking. Devonair connects to all three, so triggering development tasks feels natural - not like learning a new tool.

Start with one integration. See how it fits your workflow. Add more as your team gets comfortable.

FAQ

Can I use Devonair without Slack or Jira?

Yes. GitHub integration is the core - you can trigger all tasks directly from GitHub issues. Slack and Jira integrations are optional enhancements.

Can different teams have different configurations?

Yes. Each repository can have its own settings. Different Slack channels can have different notification preferences. Jira projects can map to different repos.

What permissions does Devonair need?

GitHub: Read and write access to code and pull requests for enabled repos. Slack: Post to channels you authorize. Jira: Read issues and post comments for linked projects. You control exactly what's accessible.

Can I use Devonair with other project management tools?

Currently, Jira is the primary project management integration. Linear, Asana, and other tools are on the roadmap. You can always trigger tasks directly from GitHub regardless of what PM tool you use.

How do I handle sensitive repositories?

You can configure Devonair access on a per-repository basis. Sensitive repos can have stricter permissions, limited task types, or be excluded entirely. The agent only accesses what you explicitly allow.

What if my team uses multiple Slack workspaces?

Each Slack workspace needs its own Devonair app installation. You can connect multiple workspaces to the same Devonair account if your organization spans workspaces.

Can I trigger tasks from mobile?

Yes. The Slack integration works from mobile apps just like desktop. Type /devonair from your phone to trigger tasks when you're away from your desk.

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