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story-prefinement

Evaluate stories and bugs with Pass/Needs Work/Fail scoring.

11|7|Updated Apr 2, 2026
Search Tags:#refinement#story#backlog#jira#invest#acceptance-criteria#azure-devops
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sean-m-cooper/ai_tools --skill story-prefinement
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: story-prefinement
Source: https://github.com/sean-m-cooper/ai_tools/tree/main/skills/story-prefinement
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sean-m-cooper/ai_tools --skill story-prefinement

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluate stories and bugs for quality, readiness, and completeness to aid product owners before refinement or sprint planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured evaluation framework for stories and bugs
  • Pass / Needs Work / Fail scoring per section with a Priority Fix List
  • Jira, Azure DevOps, or pasted content integration for flexible intake
  • INVEST-aligned guidance to improve story quality and readiness

Quick Start

Provide a draft story or bug, and I will produce a structured refinement review.

Frequently Asked Questions about story-prefinement

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I evaluate backlog story readiness for sprint planning?▼

Backlog story readiness is evaluated using a structured scorecard that checks INVEST alignment and acceptance criteria, producing Pass, Needs Work, or Fail ratings per section. This generates a prioritized fix list to ensure stories are complete before refinement.

Can I review Jira or Azure DevOps work items for refinement?▼

Yes, you can review Jira or Azure DevOps work items for refinement by providing the pasted content directly. The evaluation framework applies the same structured scoring and prioritized fix list to ensure consistent feedback across different platforms.

What is the INVEST framework for backlog refinement?▼

The INVEST framework for backlog refinement is a set of criteria used to evaluate story quality and readiness. It provides aligned guidance to help product owners assess if stories are structured effectively for sprint planning.

How do I get actionable feedback on my draft stories?▼

Get actionable feedback on draft stories by submitting them to a structured evaluation that outputs a prioritized fix list. This review scores each section as Pass, Needs Work, or Fail to highlight exactly what needs improvement before sprint planning.

Does backlog refinement evaluation work for both stories and bugs?▼

Yes, backlog refinement evaluation works for both stories and bugs. The structured evaluation framework assesses the quality, readiness, and completeness of both work item types to aid product owners before sprint planning.

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