bmad-sprint-planning

Parse epic files and generate sprint-status.yaml with dual metadata.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/KatTate/Bmad-for-Replit --skill bmad-sprint-planning
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Skill: bmad-sprint-planning
Source: https://github.com/KatTate/Bmad-for-Replit/tree/main/.agents/skills/bmad-sprint-planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KatTate/Bmad-for-Replit --skill bmad-sprint-planning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation and management of sprint status tracking files, ensuring all epics and stories are correctly identified and ordered for development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Sprint Planning: Generates a comprehensive sprint status file from epic definitions.
  • Intelligent Status Management: Preserves existing story statuses and prevents downgrades.
  • Use Case: When starting a new development sprint, use this Skill to automatically parse all project epics, identify all associated stories, and create the sprint-status.yaml file, ready for the team to begin work.

Quick Start

Use the bmad-sprint-planning skill to generate the sprint status file.

Frequently Asked Questions about bmad-sprint-planning

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a sprint status YAML file from epic definitions?

Sprint planning automation parses epic files to extract epics and stories, then generates a sprint-status.yaml file with dual metadata. It processes all items in the correct order for your development team to begin work.

What is intelligent status management for agile story tracking?

Intelligent status management preserves existing story statuses during sprint planning, preventing accidental downgrades. This ensures your sprint-status.yaml file maintains accurate progress tracking when updating epic definitions.

Do I need a workflow engine to automate BMAD sprint planning?

Yes, BMAD sprint planning requires execution of a workflow engine and configuration files to process all epics and stories in the correct order, ensuring accurate extraction and YAML file generation for your sprint.

Can I preserve existing story statuses when updating my epic files?

Yes, the sprint planning workflow detects and preserves existing story statuses when parsing epic files, preventing status downgrades. This intelligent status detection ensures your sprint-status.yaml file reflects accurate progress.

What is the best way to manage multiple epics and stories for a new sprint?

Automated BMAD sprint planning parses all project epics to identify associated stories, then generates a comprehensive sprint-status.yaml file with dual metadata. It handles extraction and ordering automatically, preparing your team for development.