sprint-planning

Plan sprint cycles by defining goals, selecting backlog items, and distributing work.

3|Updated May 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mahg-es/araya --skill sprint-planning-mahg-es
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: sprint-planning
Source: https://github.com/mahg-es/araya/tree/main/skills/sprint-planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mahg-es/araya --skill sprint-planning-mahg-es

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Sprint planning without structure leads to unclear goals, misaligned capacity, and hidden dependencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Goal setting: defines a clear sprint objective.
  • Backlog selection: prioritizes items by value and dependencies.
  • Capacity alignment: assigns capacity per team member and computes total velocity.
  • Use Case: Imagine a team starting a 2-week sprint to deliver a user authentication feature with defined tasks and milestones.

Quick Start

Provide a sprint backlog with goals, capacity, and assignments for the upcoming sprint.

Frequently Asked Questions about sprint-planning

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

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How do I plan a sprint cycle with capacity and velocity alignment?▼

Plan sprint cycles by defining a sprint goal, selecting prioritized backlog items, and distributing work based on team capacity. The process outputs a detailed sprint plan with aligned goals, total velocity, and a prioritized backlog.

What is the best way to select backlog items for a 2-week sprint kickoff?▼

Select backlog items by prioritizing them according to value and dependencies. This ensures the sprint goal remains clear and achievable while aligning assignments with available team capacity.

Do I need team capacity and velocity data to start sprint planning?▼

Yes, sprint planning enforces input requirements including backlog, capacity, velocity, and dependencies. Providing this data ensures accurate capacity alignment per team member and a realistic total velocity calculation.

Can I use this sprint planning process for cross-functional teams with varying backlog sizes?▼

Yes, this sprint planning process applies to regular planning sessions and project kickoffs across cross-functional teams. It handles varying backlog sizes by enforcing structured input requirements and capacity alignment.

Why does sprint planning fail without structured backlog and dependency enforcement?▼

Sprint planning without structure leads to unclear goals, misaligned capacity, and hidden dependencies. Enforcing input requirements prevents these issues by ensuring backlog selection is prioritized by value and dependencies.