Journal
Notes on estimation.
Guides on planning poker, story points and sprint planning, written for teams who want a decision before the meeting runs out.
- Entry 01 · April 29, 2026 · 5 min read
What is Planning Poker?
Planning poker is an agile estimation technique used by Scrum teams to size user stories. Learn how it works, why Fibonacci numbers, and why it beats gut-feeling estimates.
Read - Entry 02 · April 29, 2026 · 6 min read
How to Run a Planning Poker Session
A step-by-step guide to running an effective planning poker session with your agile team — in-person or remote. Avoid the common mistakes that waste everyone's time.
Read - Entry 03 · April 29, 2026 · 5 min read
Planning Poker vs T-Shirt Sizing
Planning poker and T-shirt sizing are the two most popular agile estimation methods. Here is how they compare, when to use each one, and which works best for sprint planning.
Read - Entry 04 · April 29, 2026 · 5 min read
What are Story Points?
Story points are a unit of measure for estimating the effort of user stories in agile development. Learn what they are, how they work, and why they are not hours.
Read - Entry 05 · April 29, 2026 · 5 min read
Planning Poker for Remote Teams
Remote planning poker works — if you set it up right. A practical guide to running online estimation sessions that are just as effective as in-person ones.
Read - Entry 06 · April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Free Planning Poker Online — No Account Required
The best free planning poker tools let you start a session in seconds with no sign-up. Here is what to look for and why a free tool is all most teams ever need.
Read - Entry 07 · April 29, 2026 · 7 min read
Scrum Estimation Techniques Compared
Planning poker, T-shirt sizing, dot voting, bucket system — a clear comparison of the most effective Scrum estimation techniques and when to use each one.
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