Ensure you have already created a Data Source and successfully saved and validated your Jira API Token before you start exporting data to Microsoft Power BI. These preliminary steps are crucial for a smooth and successful data export process.
To export your Jira data to Microsoft Power BI, follow these steps:
Inside the Data Processor for Jira app Select the ‘Data Sources’ section in the left-side menu, and then choose ‘Microsoft Power BI’ from the list.
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On the Home page of the main interface, click the 'Microsoft Power BI' icon.
Locate the specific Data Source you wish to export from the displayed list. Then, hover your cursor over the empty field where the link will appear. Click on this link to copy it.
At this stage, you have also the option to edit or delete the Data Source by clicking on the three-line button.
Launch Microsoft Power BI Desktop, and in the application, navigate to the 'Get Data' section. Here, select the option for 'OData feed' to proceed with your data import process.
In the Power BI pop-up window, enter the URL you copied earlier in Step 2, and then click 'OK' to proceed.
In the following pop-up, select ‘Basic' and input your credentials. Use the email associated with your Jira Cloud instance for the email field, and your Jira API Token as the password (for guidance on obtaining your Jira API token, please refer to this page).
For optimal authentication, it's advisable to select the most detailed option from the drop-down level list. After making your selection, click 'Connect' to proceed.
For additional details on the authentication process, refer to the relevant article for a more comprehensive understanding.
Choose the tables you wish to import from Jira into Microsoft Power BI, then click 'Load' to proceed with the import. This action will begin the process of bringing your selected Jira data into Power BI for analysis and reporting.
Importing a substantial amount of data into Microsoft Power BI might require some additional time to complete. This is particularly true for larger datasets.
After the data from Jira is successfully loaded into Microsoft Power BI, you're ready to begin creating graphs and dashboards. This step allows you to visualize and analyze the imported Jira data effectively in Power BI.
For comprehensive learning, explore the free Power BI courses offered by Microsoft. These resources are ideal for enhancing your data analysis skills with Power BI, using your imported Jira data effectively.