A Comprehensive Guide for Educators
"A user story is a short, simple description of a feature told from the perspective of the end-user or customer."
As a [type of user], I want [a specific feature or functionality] so that [the benefit it brings].
As a shopper, I want to view product reviews so that I can make an informed purchasing decision.
| Criterion | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Independent | The story should stand alone | Can be developed without depending on other stories |
| Negotiable | Not a contract but a conversation | Details can be discussed and refined |
| Valuable | Deliver clear value to the user | Solves a real user need |
| Estimable | Can be estimated in terms of effort | Team can assess the work involved |
| Small | Can be completed within one sprint | Fits within a single iteration |
| Testable | Clear criteria to confirm completion | Has defined acceptance criteria |
Example Story:
As a librarian, I want to add new books to the catalog so that users can borrow them.
Story: As a user, I want to search for books by title so that I can quickly find what I need.
1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21
| Points | Complexity |
|---|---|
| 1 | Very simple task |
| 3 | Simple task |
| 5 | Medium complexity |
| 8 | Complex task |
| 13+ | Very complex (consider breaking down) |