prioritize

Score and rank backlog items using the RICE framework.

23|4|Updated Sep 5, 2013
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/drn/dots --skill prioritize-drn
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Skill: prioritize
Source: https://github.com/drn/dots/tree/main/agents/skills/prioritize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drn/dots --skill prioritize-drn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines sprint planning and backlog grooming by objectively scoring and ranking work items using the RICE framework, ensuring focus on the most impactful tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • RICE Scoring: Calculates a quantitative score for each item based on Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort.
  • MoSCoW Classification: Categorizes items into Must, Should, Could, and Won't for clear prioritization.
  • Capacity Planning: Considers sprint duration, available capacity, and allocates for tech debt.
  • Use Case: A product manager can input a list of new feature ideas and get a ranked backlog, ready for the development team to pull from, with clear justifications for inclusion or deferral.

Quick Start

Use the prioritize skill to score and rank the following items: Implement user authentication, Refactor payment gateway, Add dark mode.

Frequently Asked Questions about prioritize

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

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How do I calculate RICE scores for backlog items during sprint planning?

To calculate RICE scores for backlog items, you evaluate each task's Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort. The Skill analyzes these metrics to produce a quantitative score, ranking your items to ensure your sprint planning focuses on the highest-impact work.

What is the best way to combine RICE framework scoring with MoSCoW prioritization?

Combining RICE framework scoring with MoSCoW prioritization involves calculating quantitative RICE scores first, then classifying items into Must, Should, Could, and Won't categories. This Skill executes both processes to give you a ranked backlog with clear inclusion justifications.

How does RICE scoring handle capacity planning and tech debt allocation during backlog grooming?

RICE scoring for capacity planning ranks tasks by impact while considering sprint duration and available capacity. This Skill integrates tech debt allocation into the backlog grooming process, ensuring realistic workloads and deferred items based on your team's actual sprint capacity.

Does this RICE backlog scoring tool integrate with GitHub issues and PRs for sprint context?

Yes, this RICE backlog scoring tool integrates with GitHub issues and PRs. By using the gh dependency, it pulls existing issue and pull request context to provide accurate reach and impact data for your sprint planning and backlog grooming.

Can I use MoSCoW classification to prioritize a list of new feature ideas for my development team?

Yes, you can use MoSCoW classification to prioritize new feature ideas by categorizing them into Must, Should, Could, and Won't buckets. The Skill applies this alongside RICE scoring to output a ranked backlog ready for your development team to pull from.