Efficiently Sync GitHub with Tara: Collaborate and Track Progress

Efficiently Sync GitHub with Tara: Collaborate and Track Progress

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Syncing GitHub with Tara 2.1. Integrations tab 2.2. Syncing repositories 2.3. Admin level access 2.4. Connecting personal GitHub profile 2.5. Permissions and limitations
3. Syncing Open Issues from GitHub 3.1. Open issues as tasks 3.2. Issue assignees as collaborators 3.3. Changes reflected in tasks 3.4. Adding new issues as tasks
4. Linking Tasks to GitHub Branches 4.1. Unique task IDs 4.2. Cross-platform tracking 4.3. Insights for task progress
5. Progress Insights and Performance Tracking 5.1. Insights for current sprint 5.2. Individual task progress 5.3. Pull request statuses and commit counts 5.4. Streamlining daily standups
6. Tracking Individual Code Priorities 6.1. Pull requests assigned to users 6.2. Managing code priorities

🚀 Syncing GitHub with Tara: Efficient Team Collaboration and Progress Tracking

Introduction

In today's fast-paced development environment, efficient team collaboration and progress tracking are critical for project success. Syncing GitHub with Tara, a powerful Project Management tool, empowers teams to seamlessly track progress, manage priorities, and view changes made in both workspaces. In this article, we will guide you through the process of syncing GitHub with Tara and explore the various features and benefits it offers.

🔗 2. Syncing GitHub with Tara

2.1. Integrations tab

To begin syncing GitHub with Tara, head to the integrations tab located at the top of your Tara page. Clicking the related connect button for GitHub will take you to the GitHub integration page.

2.2. Syncing repositories

It is crucial to selectively sync only the repositories you want to actively import open issues from or connect tasks to. By doing this, you maintain control over the Relevant repositories and prevent unnecessary clutter. Tara provides an intuitive interface to easily manage repository syncing.

2.3. Admin level access

Ensure that you have admin level access to your GitHub organization. If not, the permissions screen will Prompt you to request access from your organization's admin. An email will be automatically sent to your admin for approval. Once approved, you can proceed to install the app.

2.4. Connecting personal GitHub profile

To streamline priority maintenance and track weekly progress effectively, connecting your personal GitHub profile is necessary. By default, Tara links to the account that you are signed into on GitHub. This connection enables seamless collaboration and progress tracking.

2.5. Permissions and limitations

It's essential to note that only workspace admins have permissions to enable integrations within Tara. Additionally, users are currently limited to only one GitHub workspace per Tara workspace, and vice versa. These limitations ensure a focused and organized workflow.

🔀 3. Syncing Open Issues from GitHub

3.1. Open issues as tasks

Once the app and your GitHub account have been Synced, open issues from your repositories will appear on your sprint page under the task backlog. These open issues are imported as tasks in Tara, enabling centralized tracking and collaboration.

3.2. Issue assignees as collaborators

When syncing open issues, the assignees of those issues are automatically assigned as collaborators in Tara, given that they are users in both workspaces. This seamless integration ensures that no task or issue is overlooked, and accountability is maintained.

3.3. Changes reflected in tasks

Any changes made to the open issues in GitHub are immediately reflected in the corresponding tasks in Tara. This real-time synchronization eliminates the need for manual updates and ensures that all team members are working with the most up-to-date information.

3.4. Adding new issues as tasks

As your project progresses, you might encounter new issues that need to be addressed. Adding these issues in GitHub automatically imports them as tasks in Tara. This streamlined process allows for efficient management of project requirements and seamless collaboration.

🔗 4. Linking Tasks to GitHub Branches

4.1. Unique task IDs

All tasks in Tara possess a unique ID, which is essential for cross-platform tracking. By adding the task ID to a corresponding branch name in GitHub, you can establish a link between the two elements. This linking mechanism facilitates seamless coordination between task progress and code development.

4.2. Cross-platform tracking

Branch names with related pull requests and the most recent commits are shown at the bottom of the connected tasks in Tara. These insights enable you to understand the progress of each task in the context of code development, ensuring streamlined coordination between developers and project managers.

4.3. Insights for task progress

The progress page in Tara provides valuable insights into the progress of your current sprint. You can easily track individual tasks, along with their assignees and progress within the sprint. Additionally, pull request statuses and commit counts help you gauge the overall code development performance.

📈 5. Progress Insights and Performance Tracking

5.1. Insights for current sprint

The progress page in Tara offers a comprehensive view of your current sprint's progress. You can Visualize individual tasks, their assignees, and their progress within the sprint, providing valuable insights into the team's overall performance.

5.2. Individual task progress

In addition to the overall sprint progress, the progress page allows you to closely monitor the progress of each individual task. This granularity enables project managers to identify bottlenecks, address challenges, and ensure that the team is on track to meet project milestones.

5.3. Pull request statuses and commit counts

To better understand your team's code development efforts, Tara displays information about pull request statuses and commit counts. This data helps you track the number of commits made within a task, identify pending pull requests for review, and ensure that code changes are thoroughly reviewed and integrated.

5.4. Streamlining daily standups

By accessing combined progress insights, Tara streamlines daily standups by providing a consolidated overview of task progress, pull requests, commits, and any blocked, open, or merged pull requests. This information promotes effective communication, facilitates decision-making, and keeps the team aligned and focused.

🔍 6. Tracking Individual Code Priorities

6.1. Pull requests assigned to users

To aid individual developers in managing their code priorities, Tara displays pull requests that are assigned to them on the bottom of the home page. This feature helps developers stay organized, track their assigned code changes, and prioritize their work effectively.

6.2. Managing code priorities

By leveraging Tara's integration with GitHub, developers can better manage their code priorities. They have a centralized view of their assigned pull requests and can easily navigate between tasks, ensuring that they dedicate their time and effort to the most critical code development tasks.

🌟 Highlights

• Efficiently sync GitHub with Tara for seamless collaboration and progress tracking
• Selectively sync repositories and connect personal GitHub profiles to streamline project management
• Sync open issues as tasks in Tara, with assignees automatically assigned as collaborators
• Link tasks to GitHub branches for cross-platform tracking and code development insights
• Gain valuable insights into task progress, pull request statuses, and commit counts on Tara's progress page
• Streamline daily standups and keep the team on track with combined progress insights
• Track individual code priorities by monitoring assigned pull requests
• Achieve effective code priority management by leveraging Tara's GitHub integration

FAQ

Q: How many GitHub workspaces can be linked to a single Tara workspace? A: Users are currently limited to only one GitHub workspace per Tara workspace, and vice versa.

Q: Can non-admin users enable integrations within Tara? A: No, only workspace admins have permissions to enable integrations within Tara.

Q: Can new issues added in GitHub automatically appear as tasks in Tara? A: Yes, new issues added in GitHub will automatically be imported as tasks in Tara, ensuring seamless project management.

Q: How does Tara help streamline daily standups? A: Tara provides consolidated progress insights, including task progress, pull requests, commits, and blocked, open, or merged pull requests. This information aids in efficient daily standups and keeps the team on track.

Q: How does linking tasks to GitHub branches benefit the development process? A: Linking tasks to GitHub branches enables cross-platform tracking and provides insights into task progress within the context of code development, facilitating efficient coordination between developers and project managers.