Guide: User Stories in PMI-ACP BDD
User Stories in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) represent a fundamental building block for Agile project management. What are User Stories?
In the context of software development, 'User Stories' are informal explanations of a software feature, told from the perspective of the end user. The primary purpose of a 'User Story' is to create a simplified description of a requirement. Why are User Stories important?
User Stories help ensure that all team members understand what needs to be done from the stakeholder's viewpoint. They offer a quicker, more flexible path to translating requirements into solutions and encourage proactive communication amongst the team. They are important because they keep focus on user satisfaction, often leading to better project outcomesHow do User Stories work?
The structure of a user story is typically as follows: 'As a <type of user>, I want <some feature> so that <some reason>'. They drive the creation of test scenarios and directly support test-driven development (TDD) and BDDExam Tips: Answering Questions on User Stories
When answering questions on User Stories in the PMI-ACP exam:
- Remember the structure of User Stories and know that they are written from the user’s perspective.
- Highlight the benefits of User Stories and connect them with the principles of Agile and BDD.
- Consider the context of the question. Many User Story questions revolve around user satisfaction and the value delivered to the client.
Understand that the purpose of User Stories is to foster understanding and communication, they are not a detailed specification. They are a promise for further conversation.