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Atlassian Confluence

Information Technology > Content workflow

Description

Atlassian Confluence is a collaboration tool that allows teams to create, share, and collaborate on projects in one place. It provides a platform for creating and managing content such as documents and notes, organizing them into spaces for different teams or projects. Users can edit pages together in real time, add comments, and integrate with other Atlassian products like Jira. Advanced features include customizing the look of spaces, implementing workflows, using macros for automation, and setting up notifications. Expert users can troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, develop custom plugins, and provide training to others.

Expected Behaviors

LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

At this level, users are expected to understand the basic purpose and functionality of Atlassian Confluence. They should be able to recognize the interface and layout of the software, as well as identify its key features. This is the initial stage of learning where users are just getting familiar with the tool.

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LEVEL 2

Novice

Novice users can perform simple tasks such as creating and editing pages, adding and managing attachments, and using basic formatting tools. They have a basic understanding of how to use the software but may still need guidance and support to complete more complex tasks.

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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Intermediate users are comfortable with creating and managing spaces, integrating with other Atlassian products like Jira, managing user permissions, and using macros to enhance content. They can handle most common tasks independently and are starting to explore more advanced features.

LEVEL 4

Advanced

Advanced users can customize the look and feel of a space, create and use templates, implement workflows, use advanced macros for automation, and manage notifications. They have a deep understanding of the software's capabilities and can tailor it to meet specific needs.

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LEVEL 5

Expert

Experts can troubleshoot common issues, optimize performance, implement advanced integrations, develop custom plugins, and provide training and support to other users. They have a comprehensive understanding of the software and can leverage its full potential to improve productivity and efficiency.

Micro Skills

LEVEL 1

Fundamental Awareness

Recognizing the role of Atlassian Confluence in project management
Identifying the benefits of using Atlassian Confluence for team collaboration
Understanding how Atlassian Confluence fits into the Atlassian suite of tools
Identifying the main areas of the Atlassian Confluence interface
Understanding the function of key buttons and menus in Atlassian Confluence
Navigating between different sections of Atlassian Confluence
Recognizing the page creation and editing features of Atlassian Confluence
Identifying the collaboration features of Atlassian Confluence, such as comments and mentions
Understanding the role of spaces in organizing content in Atlassian Confluence
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LEVEL 2

Novice

Understanding the different types of pages that can be created
Using the 'Create' button to start a new page
Choosing the appropriate template for the new page
Adding content to the new page
Locating the page to be edited
Using the 'Edit' button to make changes
Understanding the difference between 'Publish' and 'Save as draft'
Using version history to track changes
Uploading files as attachments
Embedding attachments into a page
Managing versions of attachments
Deleting unnecessary attachments
Applying text styles (bold, italic, underline)
Creating lists (bulleted, numbered)
Inserting links and anchors
Adding tables and images
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LEVEL 3

Intermediate

Creating a new space
Setting up space permissions
Customizing the space overview page
Archiving and deleting spaces
Using tables and layouts for structured content
Adding links and anchors to text
Embedding multimedia content
Using symbols, emojis, and special characters
Linking Confluence pages to Jira issues
Displaying Jira project status in Confluence
Embedding Jira issue filters in Confluence
Creating Jira issues from Confluence
Setting up global permissions
Managing space permissions
Understanding permission inheritance
Revoking user access
Inserting macros into a page
Editing macro parameters
Using commonly used macros like Table of Contents and Jira Issue
Understanding the effects of different macros
LEVEL 4

Advanced

Changing the color scheme of a space
Adding a logo to a space
Modifying the layout of a space
Setting up a custom sidebar for a space
Creating a new template from scratch
Editing an existing template
Applying a template to a new page
Managing and organizing templates
Understanding the concept of workflows in Atlassian Confluence
Creating a new workflow
Assigning a workflow to a page or space
Managing and editing existing workflows
Understanding the concept of macros in Atlassian Confluence
Inserting a macro into a page
Configuring macro settings
Using specific macros like the Table of Contents, Jira Issue, and Page Properties Report macros
Understanding the notification system in Atlassian Confluence
Setting up email notifications
Managing watch settings for a page or space
Customizing notification preferences
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LEVEL 5

Expert

Identifying the root cause of a problem
Using logs to diagnose issues
Applying patches and updates to fix issues
Reverting changes that caused issues
Monitoring system performance
Identifying performance bottlenecks
Implementing performance improvements
Testing the impact of performance improvements
Understanding the APIs of other systems
Developing integration scripts or plugins
Testing and validating integrations
Maintaining and updating integrations as needed
Understanding the Atlassian plugin framework
Writing code for custom plugins
Testing and debugging custom plugins
Deploying and maintaining custom plugins
Creating training materials
Delivering training sessions
Answering user questions and providing support
Keeping up-to-date with new features and changes in Atlassian Confluence

Skill Overview

  • Expert2 years experience
  • Micro-skills85
  • Roles requiring skill38

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