The Agile Daily Standup - AgileDad The Agile Family Tree: Theme, Epic, Feature and User Story Explained
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Sep 16, 2025 Discover the Agile Family Tree and unravel the meanings behind themes, epics, and user stories. Learn how to differentiate between these terms and why a shared understanding is crucial for effective collaboration. The discussion cuts through jargon, offering clarity that enhances team alignment and backlog management. Get ready to demystify Agile concepts and improve your project workflows!
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Taxonomy Prevents Backlog Chaos
- Lack of shared taxonomy turns backlogs into confusing collections and causes misaligned work and rework.
- Clear definitions prevent features masquerading as stories and epics becoming meaningless labels.
Themes Guide Strategy Not Delivery
- Themes are strategic focuses or business goals used for alignment rather than deliverables.
- Use themes like 'improve the mobile experience' to guide work without making them tasks.
Epics Are Roadmap‑Level Projects
- Epics are large, project-sized pieces of work too big for a single sprint and belong at the roadmap level.
- Avoid labeling vague requirements as epics without slicing them into smaller work.