User Story Creation - Construct a user story

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Who should be included in a user story-writing workshop?

UX designer and users only

Project manager only

Project team, including product manager, developer, admin, UX designer, and users (correct)

Product manager and developer only

What is a benefit of using user stories?

They can be refined as many times as needed (correct)

They are only used for simple projects

They are used for complex projects only

They are written in stone

What should be avoided when formulating user stories?

Making assumptions about implementation (correct)

Asking for input from all team members

Involving users in the process

Writing user stories with simple language

Why is it important to have acceptance criteria?

To provide a clear gauge of success Signup and view all the answers

What should acceptance criteria specify?

The conditions under which a user story is fulfilled Signup and view all the answers

When should acceptance criteria be added to a user story?

After the workshopping of the user story statement is finished Signup and view all the answers

What should be expressed in acceptance criteria?

The intent, not the solution Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of well-written acceptance criteria?

They benefit multiple stages and stakeholders of a project Signup and view all the answers

What should acceptance criteria be written in?

Simple language, without ambiguity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a user story?

To provide a clear understanding of the user’s need Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternative way to format acceptance criteria?

If/then statements Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of acceptance criteria a user story should have?

One Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the INVEST checklist?

To assess the quality of a user story Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake to avoid in user stories?

Not involving the project team in story writing Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of following the user story process correctly?

A solution focused on customer/end-user success Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to involve the project team in story writing?

To get feedback and input from multiple stakeholders Signup and view all the answers

What should acceptance criteria be answered with?

True or false Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to avoid mistakes in user stories?

Trust the process and follow it correctly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of user stories?

To create a solution focused on customer/end-user success Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

User Stories

User stories are used to provide high-touch customer experiences by taking ownership of new cases and communicating with customers.
Each user story should have at least one acceptance criteria that is independently testable and answerable with either true or false.

Importance of Acceptance Criteria

Acceptance criteria are essential for user stories, specifying the conditions under which a user story is fulfilled.
They should be expressed clearly, in simple language, without ambiguity about the expected outcome.
Well-written acceptance criteria benefit multiple stages and stakeholders of a project.

Writing Acceptance Criteria

Acceptance criteria should state intent, not a solution, focusing on the what, not the how.
They are added to a user story after the workshopping of the user story statement is finished.

INVEST Checklist

The INVEST checklist, created by Bill Wake in 2003, is used to assess the quality of a user story.
A successful user story is one that meets the INVEST criteria.

INVEST Checklist for Evaluating User Stories

Independence

User stories should be independent of other stories to avoid dependencies and complexities
Ensure each story can be developed and tested independently

Negotiability

User stories should be open to negotiation and clarification during development
Encourage collaboration and communication between teams to refine the story

Value

User stories should provide value to the end-user or business
Ensure each story aligns with project goals and objectives
Prioritize stories based on their value and impact

Estimability

User stories should be estimable in terms of time and effort required
Ensure the team can estimate the story's complexity and duration
Break down large stories into smaller, estimable tasks

Size

User stories should be small enough to be completed within an iteration
Ensure each story can be developed and tested within a short timeframe
Break down large stories into smaller, manageable tasks

Testability

User stories should be testable and verifiable
Ensure each story has clear acceptance criteria
Write automated tests to validate the story's implementation

Common User Story Mistakes

Mistakes to avoid when writing user stories include not engaging in story writing, having an undefined user, being feature-specific, having vague acceptance criteria, and assigning the story to the implementation team without discussion.
These mistakes can be avoided by following the user story process properly and trusting the process.

Writing User Stories

A user story-writing workshop is recommended at the start of a project, involving the project team to brainstorm and generate story ideas.
Participants should engage their creativity, and the user stories can be refined as many times as needed.
Avoid making assumptions about how the user stories will be implemented, leaving those decisions to the development/implementation team during their planning meetings.

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Learning Objectives After completing this unit, you’ll be able to:

Highlight the importance of establishing an acceptance criteria. Summarize the INVEST concept to writing a user story. Identify common mistakes to avoid when writing a user story.