Week 3 Class 5 Tue Sep 10 Posted: Sep 10
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Action-Oriented Titles
The primary goal of user stories is to capture a specific need or goal of a user in the context of software development. It's about "what the user wants to do" or "achieve" with the software.
Benefits of Action-Oriented Titles:
User Story Titles and the Number Grammatical Category
Strongly consider using a title with a singular noun for a user story, instead of a title with a plural noun, because it emphasizes the atomic nature of the action.
| Plural | Singular |
|---|---|
| Upload Documents | Upload a Document |
| Send Messages | Send a Message |
| Add Products to Cart | Add a Product to Cart |
| Register for Events | Register for an Event |
| View Notifications | View a Notification |
| Search for Jobs | Search for a Job |
In general, user stories with singular titles are going to be easier to implement. There can be exceptions, as "View Notifications" may be simpler than "View a Notification" due to not having to select just one.
The most important aspect is clarity and understanding. If "Purchase Clothes" effectively communicates the intent without ambiguity and your team finds it more natural, it's also acceptable. The choice between singular and plural should ultimately be guided by what best serves the clarity and focus of the story in your context.
Class
Unless stated otherwise, all exercises are due by 3 pm on Wed Sep 11