We have been commissioned to build a travel community, codenamed Vagabond for now, for users to share tips (aka posts) about their favorite locations around the world.
The client has provided basic wireframes and user stories. In some cases, these requirements may be vague or incomplete.
This contract consists of four core sprints and four bonus sprints. Each sprint consists of a set of user stories. Most groups will not complete all of the sprints within the time period. YOU MAY NOT BEGIN A NEW SPRINT OR START ON BONUSES WITHOUT CLIENT APPROVAL.
You need to be at GA every morning at 10am to meet with your client.
You will work in groups of four, and we expect you to always pair when writing code.
During morning scrums and in smaller check-ins throughout the day, clearly communicate your current status and your next steps to your teammates. Use a kanban-style scrum board such as trello to organize tasks (example trello board).
Commit changes at least once for each user story. Consider creating automated tests or even implementing TDD for any significantly complex application behavior.
Put effort into your design. Use a CSS framework (Bootstrap), partials, and some custom CSS or Sass/Less.
Use the git Collaborator Scenario.
Refactor your code after each sprint, considering:
- Naming
- Commenting
- Organization
- DRYness
- Indentation
- Readability
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Are you all clear about what the client wants? Identify vague areas. Seek clarification in any cases where you feel less confident about your interpretation of the client' vision.
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What will the UX/UI flow be? Hammer out any areas of ambiguity in the wireframes
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Which models do need to be implemented? Create an ERD for the client to reference.
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What are the major milestones or components that need to be completed? How can these be turned into tasks that group members can complete in pairs? Where do these milestones overlap and how those related tasks be managed?
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What milestones are you and your group members interested in working on? How can you effectively delegate the work into pairs so that each group member is interested, challenged, and productive?
Each group will present their project on Tuesday, November 17th starting at 10:30am for 10 minutes.
Each member of your group should speak during your presentation. Make sure to mention which parts of the project you worked on.
Make sure your presentation includes:
- Tour of your app
- What your group did that is unique or creative in approaching the requirements
- What was easier than you thought? What was more challenging?
- What is a lesson you will carry forward to the group project?
- Shout outs for fellow students