Estimation (Planning Poker)

In this sequence, participants will be introduced to the concept of estimation workshops and the various techniques used for estimating effort. The facilitator will explain the importance of estimation in Agile development and how it helps in planning and prioritizing backlog items. Participants will also learn about different estimation techniques such as Planning Poker and T-Shirt Sizing.

Tips : Make sure to provide examples and real-life scenarios to help participants understand the importance of estimation. Encourage active participation and discussion.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have a clear understanding of the purpose and benefits of estimation workshops, as well as the different techniques that can be used.

In this sequence, participants will learn about the Planning Poker technique for estimating effort. The facilitator will explain how Planning Poker works and provide guidance on how to conduct a Planning Poker session. Participants will practice using Planning Poker cards to estimate the effort required for a set of backlog items.

Tips : Ensure that each participant has a set of Planning Poker cards. Encourage open and honest discussions during the estimation process. Remind participants to consider both complexity and effort when assigning estimates.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will be familiar with the Planning Poker technique and will have hands-on experience in using it to estimate effort.

In this sequence, participants will learn about the T-Shirt Sizing technique for estimating effort. The facilitator will explain how T-Shirt Sizing works and provide guidance on how to conduct a T-Shirt Sizing session. Participants will practice using T-Shirt sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL) to estimate the effort required for a set of backlog items.

Tips : Ensure that each participant has a set of T-Shirt size cards. Encourage participants to discuss and align their understanding of each T-Shirt size. Remind participants to consider relative effort when assigning sizes.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will be familiar with the T-Shirt Sizing technique and will have hands-on experience in using it to estimate effort.