User Story

/ˈjuːzɚ ˈstɔːɹi/ · Noun · Development · Origin: 1998

Definitions

  1. A short, informal description of a software feature written from the perspective of an end user, typically following the template: 'As a [type of user], I want [goal] so that [reason].'

    In plain English: A one-sentence description of what someone wants a piece of software to do, written in everyday language instead of technical jargon. It keeps the team focused on real people's needs, not just features for features' sake.

    Example: "As a returning customer, I want to see my previous orders so that I can quickly reorder items I liked."

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