Alihan Tutuk

Jira is great for keeping work organized, especially when multiple teams and projects are involved. Once things are set up, it’s easy to track progress without constantly asking for updates.

At first, the setup and interface feel a bit heavy. New users usually need some time to get used to it.

I also used tools like Trello and Asana. They were simpler, but Jira felt more reliable for complex workflows and long-term projects.

Sprint planning and backlog grooming work well, but they can feel a bit heavy if the setup is too complex.

It can feel slower at times, especially when boards get crowded. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s noticeable.

It takes some effort at first. Defaults can be noisy, but once you tweak notification settings, it becomes manageable and useful.

Slack has been a solid tool for keeping team communication in one place. I really like how easy it is to follow conversations through channels, especially for day-to-day coordination. Best tools for teams especially startups.

Over time, channels and notifications can get out of hand if you’re not careful. The free plan also starts to feel limiting as the team grows, which is a bit disappointing.

I also tried Microsoft Teams and a couple of simpler chat tools. Slack felt more flexible and quicker to adapt to for everyday use.

Yes, it can. As more people join, channels pile up and it gets harder to know where to post, unless someone actively keeps things organized.

It works fine at the beginning, but it becomes limiting over time. Once message history and integrations matter more, the paid plan feels almost necessary.

Very easy to use. Most people understand it right away, and the rest comes naturally with daily use.