Software developers use project management tools to build applications. Since you have to work as a team, teamwork is very important and it is crucial to use software with the ability to manage multiple tasks under one roof. To make it easier for developers who are just starting to become interested in such solutions, we provided an overview of two popular project management tools among developers: Jira and Trello. Despite their obvious similarities, they differ a lot in the following ways:
Trello is a cloud-based project management tool, which is delivered to users in the form of software as a service (SaaS). Jira is also a cloud-based software but can be deployed on-premises to businesses that want to install the software on their hardware. A large enterprise will find Jira more reliable as compared to Trello due to the in-house deployment. However, an enterprise using Jira in-house should realize the importance of professional IT support for business and outsource to an expert IT company. This will help to better address the issues of data and network security, downtime, and overall performance of the platform. Trello works well with freelance and small-scale developers due to its simplicity of use and affordability.
Developing a software will require you to break it down into smaller tasks and assign them to team members. Trello does this in a simple way. You simply need to create boards, lists, and cards and then assign them to different users. For each task, you can invite multiple members, write a description, attach files, and include a checklist of things you want to achieve at the end.
Jira has a different way of managing tasks. It has pre-built workflows to help a team of developers create, test, and complete the application. There is no need to create or design workflows from scratch as is the case with Trello. This saves time and allows you to be more productive with your team. You can, however, create tailored workflows based on the uniqueness of the project. Jira seems to win here over Trello as its workflows are specifically designed for software development.
In software development, you need to track time and generate reports on issues and performance of the team. Jira issues a complete visibility to your project by prioritizing tasks. This way, team members will know the tasks to complete first and those to be completed later. Also, you can generate different reports with Jira based on the bugs or issues when testing the software. Trello does not offer such a functionality since it is not possible to test an app for bugs and generate reports.
Trello has boards where you can create cards and invite your team members. Members will be able to view the progress of the tasks assigned. You will be able to send attachments, share ideas and assign tasks accordingly. In short, all projects will be visible to all team members on that board.
Jira utilizes a messaging app known as HipChat which helps team members to collaborate on the Jira platform. Users will be able to share files, assign tasks, and get notifications from the start of the project to the end. Both Jira and Trello offer similar team collaboration capabilities for members working on a project.
In choosing between Jira and Trello, you have to consider the size of the project you are undertaking. Trello is designed for smaller projects while Jira can work well for larger projects.
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