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3-Point Estimation

The 3-Point Estimation Process: Cut the Complexity

In the fast-paced world of software development, every minute counts. Agile teams constantly seek ways to streamline processes and focus on what truly matters: creating value. Enter the 3-point revolution in agile estimation – a straightforward, time-saving approach that's gaining traction in some of the most innovative tech circles.

Rethinking Estimation: The Power of '3'

Traditionally, agile teams spend significant time in sprint planning meetings, debating whether a task is a 2, 3, 5, or 8 in terms of story points. This process, while well-intentioned, can often lead to analysis paralysis. The solution? Standardise all tasks to 3 points.

Why '3' is the Magic Number

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Complexity Estimations

Complexity in Agile: Taking Estimation to the Next Dimension

When it comes to agile estimation, the industry has long grappled with a significant challenge: how to capture both the amount of work and the complexity of a task in a single, unified system. The solution might just lie in a mathematical concept that's been around for centuries: complex numbers.

Understanding the Status Quo

Traditional agile estimation practices, such as the Fibonacci sequence, have served us well. Assigning story points based on Fibonacci numbers (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, and so on) is intuitive and aligns with our understanding of incremental work effort. As tasks grow in size, the difference between consecutive Fibonacci numbers represents the increasing uncertainty and complexity.

However, one thing is clear: while Fibonacci-based estimation implicitly acknowledges complexity, it doesn't provide a direct mechanism to quantify or visualize it.

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