A Beginner’s Guide to Acceptance Criteria: Crafting Clear and Effective Criteria for Agile Success
Learn how to write good acceptance criteria for user stories or backlog items
Introduction: What are Acceptance Criteria
Acceptance criteria are crucial in agile methodologies. They define what “done” means for a particular feature or user story or backlog item, ensuring everyone involved has a clear understanding of the expectations and requirements.
They are a set of conditions that must be accepted by the product owner. They serve as a bridge between the high-level requirements and the detailed test cases that QA will develop.
This guide aims to help agile leaders grasp the basics of acceptance criteria, learn how to write effective ones, and understand their importance through practical examples.
Why Acceptance Criteria Matter
Acceptance criteria (conditions of satisfaction) matter for several reasons:
Clarity and Alignment: Acceptance criteria provide a clear and shared understanding of what needs to be accomplished. This clarity helps pre…
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