Atlassian, the powerhouse behind Jira and Confluence, has just unveiled its latest innovation to the world: Atlassian Compass. Originally previewed at Team ’22, Compass has emerged from its early access phase and is now ready to revolutionize how development teams navigate the intricate landscape of modern software architecture. If you’re managing complex, distributed systems and already rely on Jira Software, Compass could be the missing piece you’ve been searching for.
Why Compass? The Developer Experience Dilemma
Software developers are the lifeblood of tech companies. Their primary mission? Write brilliant code and ship it seamlessly. But the reality is often far less streamlined. Developers find themselves bogged down by tasks that, while important, distract from their core purpose. Security vulnerabilities, cloud configurations, automated testing — it all adds up, chipping away at precious coding time.
And there’s more. Understanding the intricate web of dependencies, figuring out who owns which component, and even just finding the right documentation can turn into a time-consuming treasure hunt. This isn’t just frustrating; it’s a drag on productivity and innovation.
From its initial early-access launch, Compass has become the world’s most extensive developer portal.
Atlassian Compass: The All-Seeing Eye for Your Software Universe
Compass steps in as your developer experience platform, a centralized hub that brings clarity to the chaos. It consolidates a real-time view of your entire engineering landscape, offering a unified understanding of your software’s inner workings.
Compass’s Key Features at a Glance
Catalog
A detailed dashboard for each component, showcasing its purpose, repository, documentation, and more.
Health
Team-specific dashboards with customizable health scorecards help identify and address potential issues proactively.
Extensibility
A growing marketplace of apps and an open API allow you to tailor Compass to your unique needs.
Compass in Action: Real-World Use Cases
- Governance: Track reliability, security, and team performance across your entire service landscape.
- Team Health Operations: Empower teams to maintain healthy, secure, and compliant components with ease.
- Incident Management: Speed up triage and resolution by providing context about affected components and recent activities.
- Software Templates: Streamline the creation of new services with pre-configured templates.
- API & Dev Docs: Centralize repositories, documentation, and contact information for effortless collaboration.
- Developer Onboarding: Get new developers up to speed quickly with a comprehensive overview of your software ecosystem.
Ready to Set Sail with Atlassian Compass?
Compass is more than just a tool; it’s a philosophy. It’s about empowering developers, fostering collaboration, and maximizing the value your engineering teams bring to the table. If you’re already leveraging Jira Software Cloud, the benefits of Compass are even more pronounced. And with Atlassian’s commitment to continuous improvement, the Compass journey is just beginning.
Ready to chart a new course for your software development? Contact our team of experts today! As Cloud-specialized, Atlassian Platinum Solution Partners, Oxalis is perfectly positioned to guarantee that clients receive the highest level of service and expertise. Software development is in our DNA, and we know from experience what successful distributed architecture needs.
Contact Oxalis today to embark on your Atlassian Compass journey.
