pair-capability-estimate

Estimates user stories applying adopted methodology from project configuration and guidelines.

6|Updated Aug 3, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/foomakers/pair --skill pair-capability-estimate
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Skill: pair-capability-estimate
Source: https://github.com/foomakers/pair/tree/main/.claude/skills/pair-capability-estimate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/foomakers/pair --skill pair-capability-estimate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of estimating user stories according to an organization's adopted methodology, ensuring consistency and saving valuable development time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Methodology Adherence: Applies specific estimation frameworks (complexity, time, AI-assisted, forecast, hybrid) based on project guidelines.
  • Idempotent Operation: Checks for existing estimates and confirms them, preventing redundant work unless re-estimation is explicitly requested.
  • Use Case: A product manager refines a user story and needs it sized. They invoke this Skill, which reads the team's chosen estimation method from the way-of-working.md file and provides an estimate with a confidence level.

Quick Start

Use the pair-capability-estimate skill to estimate story ABC-123.

Frequently Asked Questions about pair-capability-estimate

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

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How do I apply agile estimation methodologies to refine user stories?

To apply agile estimation methodologies to user stories, this Skill reads your project configuration and guidelines to generate an estimate based on your adopted framework, such as complexity, time, or hybrid methods.

Can I estimate story points automatically based on my team's specific way of working?

Yes, you can estimate story points automatically by ensuring your team's estimation methodology is defined in the `way-of-working.md` file, which the Skill reads to adhere to your specific project guidelines.

What happens if I run effort estimation on a user story that already has story points?

When running effort estimation on a story with existing story points, the Skill checks for current estimates to ensure idempotency, confirming the existing value and preventing redundant work unless re-estimation is explicitly requested.

What details are included in the breakdown when estimating effort for a user story?

Estimating effort for a user story provides a detailed breakdown that includes the applied methodology, the estimated value in story points, a confidence level, and the rationale behind the final calculation.

Does agile estimation support hybrid or AI-assisted forecasting methods?

Agile estimation supports hybrid or AI-assisted forecasting methods by reading the specific framework adopted in your project configuration, applying the designated approach to generate a confidence-backed estimate for the refined story.