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The passion for enhancing team performance never wanes, and if there's one product that's been central to this quest, it's Jira. And there is so much to learn! In our event coverage, we're thrilled to highlight JiraCon23 by Trundl. Get ready to transcend conventional knowledge and dive deep into the world of Jira and other apps. All in just one day on October 4th, 2023.

In a post by Rankin Mayne, get the ideas for the innovative world of Atlassian Confluence, a platform designed for creators and collaborators alike. The author offers some basis for exploring its vast features, whether you're a seasoned user or a newbie. 

As Rodney, also known as "The Jira Guy," gets his hands on Confluence Whiteboards, he delves into its functionalities, explores its myriad features, and delves into this substantial enhancement to Confluence Cloud.

Atlassian is ending support for its server products after February 15, 2024, meaning no more technical support, security updates, or bug fixes. Naturally, Atlassian and most solution partners have been advising customers to migrate to Atlassian's cloud services (or a data center instance) for safety and security, as using unsupported server products poses significant risks. In this Atlassian article, you can read more about those risks.

OKRs provide a framework for setting goals that unify and align every organization member towards a shared objective. This guest post by Oboard (on Valiantys.com) delves into the harmony between OKRs and Agile, and highlights the benefits and methods of incorporating them into your business structure.

In an ever-evolving tech landscape, staying up-to-date and refining one's skills is crucial. But what if the secret to optimization isn't just in the code you write but also in how you maintain your development environment? Join Ian Buchanan as they dive into the habit adopted a decade ago: the monthly rebuild of the developer setup. 

According to the folks at Atlassian, it is possible to be too good at your job, and this can actually hinder your career advancement. While hard work and exceptional performance are typically associated with recognition and opportunities, there are several reasons why being overcompetent can backfire.

Many options are available to help you automate tasks across Atlassian products. From user-friendly, no-code solutions like Automation for Jira and Confluence to powerful third-party apps, users have ample choices to enhance their automation capabilities. However, for developers seeking a little excitement, Atlassian Cloud offers an innovative app development platform called Forge. 

A sandbox serves as a secluded haven in Atlassian software, specifically on Premium or Enterprise Atlassian license plans, replicating your production environment without impacting your live data. In this article, Gal Fatal, an Atlassian expert and community leader, delves into best practices and explores several use cases for the Atlassian Cloud Sandbox. 

In this blog post, Mario Di Francesco from eficode highlights the challenges software developers face in mastering the entire software delivery pipeline, particularly in DevOps. This can lead to cognitive overload and reduced productivity. Successful companies have implemented internal developer platforms (IDPs) to address this issue. 

In this captivating two-part series, delve behind the scenes of agile consultancy. Get an exclusive insider's perspective on the essential elements that drive successful transformation strategies. Tina Behers, VP of Enterprise Agility at Adaptavist, leads you through this insightful journey.