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Story Pointing Basics

Estimate work with story points

This guide explains using story points for agile teams: set baseline tasks, size relatively, discuss complexity factors, and recalibrate regularly with the team.

Define baselines

Pick a reference story for common sizes (e.g., 1, 3, 5 points).

Estimate relatively

Compare new work to baselines; discuss complexity, uncertainty, and effort.

Facilitate sessions

Use planning poker or t-shirt sizes; resolve outliers with evidence.

Calibrate often

Review completed work vs estimates to adjust shared understanding.

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