Major Refactoring and Feature Release
This release introduces a significant overhaul of Shared Estimations, bringing numerous improvements and new functionalities:
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Completely Redesigned User Interface
A modern and intuitive UI. -
Performance Enhancements
Improved speed and responsiveness throughout the app. -
New Estimation Methods
Introduction of dynamic methods including Fist to Five (with owner-proposed value) and Wisdom of the Crowd (with owner-defined options and anonymous voting). -
Enhanced Visualization
New chart types for displaying estimation results. -
Streamlined Workflow
Improved and more intuitive estimation process. -
Changes to Existing Methods
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Updated the Fist to Five method.
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Removal of the Planning Cards method.
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Trimmed Linear method (options 11 and 12 removed, existing votes migrated to 10).
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"Coffee" option removed from Fibonacci method (existing votes migrated to 1).
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Improved Jira Integration
Seamless integration with Jira's “Story Points” field, with specific mappings for all methods. -
Context Flexibility
Ability to use Shared Estimations within Jira issues and on boards (issue sidebar). -
Themed Experience
Full integration with Jira themes for a consistent look and feel. -
Bias Reduction
Estimates remain private until revealed by the owner. -
Improved Real-time Collaboration
Live updates during estimation sessions. -
Dark mode
Full compatibility with Jira's dark mode has been implemented for Jira 10 instances.