What is the jk skill for Claude Code?

It is a specialized capability that allows Claude to interact with Jenkins controllers using a modern, GitHub-style command-line interface for efficient CI/CD management.

Is jk compatible with all operating systems?

Yes, jk is a cross-platform Go-based CLI that works on macOS, Linux, and Windows, and can be installed via Homebrew, Scoop, or direct binary download.

Can I manage multiple Jenkins servers with jk?

Yes, the skill supports multiple contexts, allowing you to define, store, and easily switch between different Jenkins controllers and environments.

Does jk support real-time build monitoring?

Absolutely. You can stream live console logs, follow run progress, and receive status updates for active pipelines directly within your terminal.

Can Claude help with Jenkins administrative tasks using this skill?

Yes, Claude can manage credentials, monitor nodes and queues, and even install or disable plugins using the comprehensive jk CLI command set.

Jenkins CLI (jk)

Name: Jenkins CLI (jk)
Author: avivsinai

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Deployment & DevOps

Manages Jenkins pipelines, jobs, logs, and infrastructure directly from the command line with a modern, GitHub-style interface.

About

The jk skill equips Claude with a powerful, scriptable interface for Jenkins controllers, enabling seamless management of CI/CD workflows. It allows developers and DevOps engineers to trigger builds, monitor live logs, download artifacts, and manage Jenkins credentials or nodes without leaving the terminal. By providing a familiar CLI experience similar to the GitHub CLI, it streamlines complex Jenkins administrative tasks and automates pipeline interactions within the Claude Code environment, making it an essential tool for modern automation and infrastructure management.

Key Features

Full administrative control over Jenkins credentials, nodes, queues, and plugin installations.
Multi-context support for switching between different Jenkins controllers, environments, and authentication profiles.
Comprehensive job and pipeline management including start, cancel, rerun, and fuzzy search functionality.
Real-time log streaming and console output monitoring for active runs with custom poll intervals.
19 GitHub stars
Automated artifact discovery and patterned downloads with support for custom output directories.

Use Cases

Debugging failed builds by retrieving logs, test reports, and artifacts directly in the terminal.
Managing Jenkins infrastructure tasks like cordoning nodes or updating credentials via scripted commands.
Automating the triggering and monitoring of CI/CD pipelines during development cycles.

About

Key Features

Full administrative control over Jenkins credentials, nodes, queues, and plugin installations.
Multi-context support for switching between different Jenkins controllers, environments, and authentication profiles.
Comprehensive job and pipeline management including start, cancel, rerun, and fuzzy search functionality.
Real-time log streaming and console output monitoring for active runs with custom poll intervals.
19 GitHub stars
Automated artifact discovery and patterned downloads with support for custom output directories.

Use Cases

Debugging failed builds by retrieving logs, test reports, and artifacts directly in the terminal.
Managing Jenkins infrastructure tasks like cordoning nodes or updating credentials via scripted commands.
Automating the triggering and monitoring of CI/CD pipelines during development cycles.