Curriculum
In Azure DevOps, Features are smaller pieces of work that make up an Epic. Features are used to track work that can be completed within a single sprint or release. In this tutorial, we will go through the steps required to create a Feature in Azure DevOps.
Step 1: Navigate to the Backlog
To create a Feature 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 Feature
Once you are on the backlog page, you can create a new Feature by clicking on the “New” button and selecting “Feature” from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Fill in Feature Details
Next, you will be prompted to fill in details for the Feature, including the Feature’s name, description, and parent Epic. You can also add tags, set the priority level, and assign the Feature to a team member.
Step 4: Add Tasks to the Feature
After creating the Feature, you can add Tasks to the Feature. Tasks are the smallest pieces of work that make up a Feature. To add a Task, simply drag and drop it onto the Feature in the backlog.
Step 5: Prioritize the Feature
Once you have added Tasks to the Feature, you can prioritize the Feature 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 Feature
Finally, you can plan the Feature by estimating the amount of work required to complete each Task. This will help you create a more accurate timeline for the Feature and ensure that the team has a clear understanding of the work that needs to be done.
Conclusion
Creating a Feature in Azure DevOps is a simple process that involves navigating to the backlog, creating a new Feature, adding Tasks to the Feature, prioritizing the Feature, and planning the work. By using Features to track smaller pieces of work, teams can effectively manage projects that can be completed within a single sprint or release.