The second step in this activity is to estimate the stories on the backlog.
Activity: Using estimate buckets to size User Stories What you'll need: User Stories written on index cards or printed, post-it notes, and black sharpie pens Setup: A large table that the whole team can fit comfortably around Remember: Set a time-box before this activity starts
Once you've had the chance to review the backlog, the second step is for you to refine the User Stories further.
A good place to start any refinement is to try to estimate the stories. When you ask for an estimate, it immediately triggers the thought process, "what do we need to do to complete this story?"
The ensuing conversation from your ...