Curriculum
An Epic is a large body of work that cannot be completed in a single sprint. Epics are used to track work that spans multiple sprints or releases. In this tutorial, we’ll go through the steps required to create an Epic in Azure DevOps.
Step 1: Navigate to the Backlog
To create an Epic in Azure DevOps, you first need to navigate to the backlog. You can do this by clicking on the “Boards” tab at the top of the page and then selecting the appropriate backlog from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Create a New Epic
Once you are on the backlog page, you can create a new Epic by clicking on the “New” button and selecting “Epic” from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Fill in Epic Details
Next, you will be prompted to fill in details for the Epic, including the Epic’s name, description, and parent Epic (if applicable). You can also add tags, set the priority level, and assign the Epic to a team member.
Step 4: Add Features to the Epic
After creating the Epic, you can add Features to the Epic. Features are the smaller pieces of work that make up an Epic. To add a Feature, simply drag and drop it onto the Epic in the backlog.
Step 5: Prioritize the Epic
Once you have added Features to the Epic, you can prioritize the Epic by dragging and dropping it into the appropriate position on the backlog. This will ensure that the team works on the most important Features first.
Step 6: Plan the Epic
Finally, you can plan the Epic by breaking down the Features into tasks and estimating the amount of work required to complete each task. This will help you create a more accurate timeline for the Epic and ensure that the team has a clear understanding of the work that needs to be done.
Conclusion
Creating an Epic in Azure DevOps is a straightforward process that involves navigating to the backlog, creating a new Epic, adding Features to the Epic, prioritizing the Epic, and planning the work. By using Epics to track large bodies of work, teams can effectively manage complex projects that span multiple sprints or releases.