User Story Consistency Formatter

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Convert inconsistently written user stories into standard 'As a [role], I want [goal], so that [benefit]' format with validation and improvement suggestions.

What You Get

Save 30-60 minutes per sprint by automatically reformatting inconsistent user stories into validated, standardized format ready for your backlog tool.

The Problem

Agile teams waste significant sprint planning time debating poorly written user stories. Stories arrive with missing roles, vague goals, no benefits, or technical task framing instead of user perspective. This leads to implementation confusion, scope creep, and features that don't match user needs.

The Solution

Analyze user stories to identify missing or weak components (role, goal, benefit), then rewrite using standard format while preserving intent. Validate that roles are specific personas, goals are testable actions, and benefits articulate clear value. Batch-process entire backlogs and provide educational feedback so teams improve story quality over time.

How It Works

  1. 1 Analyze original story format to identify present and missing components
  2. 2 Detect common issues: missing roles, vague goals, weak benefits, technical framing
  3. 3 Reformat to standard 'As a [role], I want [goal], so that [benefit]' structure
  4. 4 Validate each component against quality standards (specific, testable, user-focused)
  5. 5 Document improvements made with explanations for educational value
  6. 6 Suggest enhancements: acceptance criteria, edge cases, alternative framings

What You'll Need

  • User stories in any format (individual or list)
  • Optional: Product context or user personas for more accurate role suggestions

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