Jira is a powerful project management and issue-tracking tool developed by Atlassian, widely used for managing software development projects and agile workflows. It enables teams to plan, track, and release software by organizing tasks, bugs, and features into customizable boards such as Scrum or Kanban. Jira supports sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and reporting, making it a key tool for agile development and project management. Its flexibility, integration with other tools, and robust tracking features make it popular among development teams for managing complex projects and fostering collaboration.