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ColaFlow Feature Breakdown Document

Version: 1.0 Date: 2025-11-02 Purpose: Detailed breakdown of features into Epics, Stories, and Tasks Status: Draft


Document Structure

This document breaks down ColaFlow features across the 6 milestones (M1-M6) into:

  • Epics: Large features or initiatives
  • Stories: User-facing capabilities
  • Tasks: Specific implementation work items
  • Acceptance Criteria: Definition of done for each story

M1: Core Project Management Module (Months 1-2)

Epic 1.1: Project Hierarchy & Structure

Description: Implement the foundational data model and UI for managing projects, epics, stories, and tasks.

Business Value: Essential foundation for all project management capabilities.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 1.1.1: Create Project Entity Model

As a PM I want to create and manage projects So that I can organize work into logical containers

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can create project with name, key, description, owner
  • Project key is unique and auto-generated (e.g., COLA-123)
  • Can set project status (Active, On Hold, Completed, Archived)
  • Can add team members with roles (Admin, Member, Viewer)
  • Project metadata includes created/updated timestamps and creator

Tasks:

  • T1.1.1.1: Design PostgreSQL schema for projects table
  • T1.1.1.2: Create Prisma models and migrations
  • T1.1.1.3: Implement ProjectService with CRUD operations
  • T1.1.1.4: Build REST API endpoints (POST /projects, GET /projects/:id, etc.)
  • T1.1.1.5: Add input validation and error handling
  • T1.1.1.6: Write unit tests for ProjectService
  • T1.1.1.7: Write integration tests for API endpoints

Dependencies: None (foundational)

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 1.1.2: Create Epic/Story/Task Hierarchy

As a PM I want to create epics, stories, and tasks in a hierarchy So that I can break down large features into manageable work items

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can create Epic with title, description, project association
  • Can create Story under an Epic
  • Can create Task under a Story
  • Can create Sub-task under a Task
  • Hierarchy is enforced (e.g., can't create Task directly under Epic)
  • Each level has appropriate attributes (priority, status, assignee, etc.)
  • Can move items between parent containers (with validation)

Tasks:

  • T1.1.2.1: Design issues table schema with polymorphic type field
  • T1.1.2.2: Create IssueService with hierarchy validation logic
  • T1.1.2.3: Implement parent-child relationship constraints
  • T1.1.2.4: Build API endpoints for issue CRUD operations
  • T1.1.2.5: Add hierarchy depth validation (max 4 levels)
  • T1.1.2.6: Implement move/reorder functionality
  • T1.1.2.7: Write comprehensive tests for hierarchy rules
  • T1.1.2.8: Add database indexes for performance

Dependencies: Story 1.1.1

Estimated Effort: 8 days


Story 1.1.3: Custom Fields Support

As a PM I want to add custom fields to issues So that I can capture project-specific information

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can define custom fields at project level
  • Supported field types: text, number, date, select, multi-select, user
  • Can set field as required or optional
  • Can provide default values
  • Custom field values are validated based on type
  • Can search/filter issues by custom field values

Tasks:

  • T1.1.3.1: Design custom_fields schema (JSONB column)
  • T1.1.3.2: Create CustomFieldService for field definition management
  • T1.1.3.3: Implement field validation logic per type
  • T1.1.3.4: Build API endpoints for custom field CRUD
  • T1.1.3.5: Add custom field values to issue API responses
  • T1.1.3.6: Implement search/filter by custom fields
  • T1.1.3.7: Write tests for all field types and validations

Dependencies: Story 1.1.2

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 1.2: Workflow & Status Management

Description: Implement customizable workflows and status transitions for issues.

Business Value: Enables teams to define their own processes and track work progress.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 1.2.1: Default Workflow Implementation

As a team member I want to move issues through workflow states So that I can track work progress

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Default statuses: To Do, In Progress, Review, Done
  • Can transition issues between allowed states
  • Status history is tracked with timestamps
  • Cannot skip required workflow steps
  • Can view issue status history

Tasks:

  • T1.2.1.1: Design workflow schema (statuses, transitions)
  • T1.2.1.2: Create WorkflowService with transition validation
  • T1.2.1.3: Implement status change API endpoint
  • T1.2.1.4: Add status history tracking to audit log
  • T1.2.1.5: Build status transition validation rules
  • T1.2.1.6: Write tests for all workflow scenarios

Dependencies: Story 1.1.2

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 1.2.2: Custom Workflow Configuration

As a PM I want to configure custom workflows per project So that I can match our team's process

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can add/remove statuses for a project
  • Can define allowed transitions between statuses
  • Can set status categories (To Do, In Progress, Done)
  • Can assign colors to statuses
  • Changes don't break existing issues
  • Can preview workflow as a diagram

Tasks:

  • T1.2.2.1: Design workflow configuration schema
  • T1.2.2.2: Create WorkflowConfigService
  • T1.2.2.3: Implement workflow builder API
  • T1.2.2.4: Add validation for workflow integrity
  • T1.2.2.5: Handle migration of existing issues to new workflow
  • T1.2.2.6: Create workflow visualization data format
  • T1.2.2.7: Write tests for workflow configuration changes

Dependencies: Story 1.2.1

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Epic 1.3: Kanban Board View

Description: Build interactive Kanban board for visualizing and managing work.

Business Value: Primary interface for agile teams to manage daily work.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 1.3.1: Basic Kanban Board Display

As a team member I want to view issues on a Kanban board So that I can see work status at a glance

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Board displays columns for each workflow status
  • Issues are shown as cards in appropriate columns
  • Cards show: title, key, assignee avatar, priority, labels
  • Can filter board by assignee, label, epic
  • Can search issues on board
  • Board loads within 2 seconds for projects with 500+ issues

Tasks:

  • T1.3.1.1: Design React component structure for board
  • T1.3.1.2: Implement board data fetching with pagination
  • T1.3.1.3: Build column component with issue list
  • T1.3.1.4: Create issue card component
  • T1.3.1.5: Implement filtering and search UI
  • T1.3.1.6: Add loading states and error handling
  • T1.3.1.7: Optimize rendering performance
  • T1.3.1.8: Write component tests

Dependencies: Story 1.2.1, Backend API

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 1.3.2: Drag-and-Drop Functionality

As a team member I want to drag issues between columns So that I can quickly update status

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can drag issue cards between columns
  • Status updates immediately on drop
  • Invalid transitions are prevented with visual feedback
  • Drag preview shows card snapshot
  • Works on touch devices (tablets)
  • Optimistic UI updates with rollback on error

Tasks:

  • T1.3.2.1: Integrate react-beautiful-dnd library
  • T1.3.2.2: Implement drag handlers and drop zones
  • T1.3.2.3: Add transition validation before API call
  • T1.3.2.4: Implement optimistic updates
  • T1.3.2.5: Add error handling and rollback
  • T1.3.2.6: Style drag preview and drop indicators
  • T1.3.2.7: Test on mobile/tablet devices
  • T1.3.2.8: Write interaction tests

Dependencies: Story 1.3.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 1.4: Audit Log & Version History

Description: Track all changes to issues and enable rollback capability.

Business Value: Accountability, debugging, compliance, and data recovery.

Estimated Effort: 1.5 weeks


Story 1.4.1: Comprehensive Change Tracking

As a PM I want to see complete history of all changes So that I can understand what happened and when

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All entity changes are logged (create, update, delete)
  • Log includes: timestamp, user, action type, before/after values
  • Field-level change tracking (not just full entity snapshots)
  • Can view change history for any issue
  • Can filter history by user, date range, field
  • System changes (automation) are distinguished from user changes

Tasks:

  • T1.4.1.1: Design audit_log table schema
  • T1.4.1.2: Create AuditService with logging methods
  • T1.4.1.3: Implement database triggers or service layer logging
  • T1.4.1.4: Store before/after diffs efficiently (JSONB)
  • T1.4.1.5: Build audit log query API with filters
  • T1.4.1.6: Add audit log to issue detail API response
  • T1.4.1.7: Implement log retention policies
  • T1.4.1.8: Write tests for audit capture

Dependencies: Story 1.1.2

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 1.4.2: Rollback Capability

As a PM I want to revert issues to previous state So that I can undo mistakes or unwanted changes

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can preview issue state at any point in history
  • Can rollback to previous state with one click
  • Rollback operation itself is logged
  • Cannot rollback if it would create conflicts
  • User receives confirmation before rollback
  • Rollback includes all fields changed since target version

Tasks:

  • T1.4.2.1: Design rollback transaction mechanism
  • T1.4.2.2: Create RollbackService with conflict detection
  • T1.4.2.3: Implement rollback API endpoint
  • T1.4.2.4: Add validation for rollback eligibility
  • T1.4.2.5: Build rollback UI with preview
  • T1.4.2.6: Log rollback operations in audit trail
  • T1.4.2.7: Write tests for rollback scenarios
  • T1.4.2.8: Document rollback limitations

Dependencies: Story 1.4.1

Estimated Effort: 3 days


M1 Summary

Total Epics: 4 Total Stories: 10 Total Tasks: 62 Estimated Duration: 8 weeks (2 months) Team Size: 2 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 QA


M2: MCP Server Implementation (Months 3-4)

Epic 2.1: MCP Protocol Foundation

Description: Implement MCP server infrastructure and basic connectivity.

Business Value: Enables AI tools to connect to ColaFlow.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 2.1.1: MCP Server Setup & Configuration

As a developer I want to set up MCP server infrastructure So that AI tools can connect via MCP protocol

Acceptance Criteria:

  • MCP server runs as separate service/module
  • Supports MCP protocol specification v1.0+
  • Handles client connections and handshake
  • Configuration via environment variables
  • Health check endpoint for monitoring
  • Proper error handling and logging

Tasks:

  • T2.1.1.1: Install MCP SDK dependencies
  • T2.1.1.2: Create MCPServerModule in NestJS
  • T2.1.1.3: Implement connection handler
  • T2.1.1.4: Add configuration service for MCP settings
  • T2.1.1.5: Implement health check and status endpoints
  • T2.1.1.6: Add comprehensive logging
  • T2.1.1.7: Write connection tests
  • T2.1.1.8: Document MCP server setup

Dependencies: M1 completion

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 2.1.2: Authentication & Authorization for MCP

As a system administrator I want to secure MCP connections So that only authorized AI agents can access data

Acceptance Criteria:

  • MCP clients must authenticate with API token
  • Tokens can be generated and revoked via admin UI
  • Each token has configurable permissions (read/write)
  • Token usage is logged for audit
  • Rate limiting per token
  • Expired tokens are rejected

Tasks:

  • T2.1.2.1: Design API token schema and storage
  • T2.1.2.2: Create TokenService for token management
  • T2.1.2.3: Implement MCP authentication middleware
  • T2.1.2.4: Build token CRUD API endpoints
  • T2.1.2.5: Add rate limiting with Redis
  • T2.1.2.6: Implement token expiration checking
  • T2.1.2.7: Build admin UI for token management
  • T2.1.2.8: Write security tests

Dependencies: Story 2.1.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 2.2: MCP Resources Implementation

Description: Expose project data as MCP resources for AI to read.

Business Value: AI tools can query ColaFlow data.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 2.2.1: Implement projects.search Resource

As an AI agent I want to search for projects So that I can find relevant project information

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Resource URI: colaflow://projects.search
  • Supports filters: name, key, status, owner
  • Returns project summary with metadata
  • Paginated results (max 50 per page)
  • Respects user permissions
  • Response follows MCP resource format

Tasks:

  • T2.2.1.1: Define MCP resource schema for projects
  • T2.2.1.2: Implement ResourceProvider for projects
  • T2.2.1.3: Add search and filter logic
  • T2.2.1.4: Implement pagination
  • T2.2.1.5: Add permission checks
  • T2.2.1.6: Write resource tests
  • T2.2.1.7: Document resource in MCP catalog

Dependencies: Story 2.1.2

Estimated Effort: 3 days


Story 2.2.2: Implement issues.search Resource

As an AI agent I want to search for issues So that I can analyze tasks and provide insights

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Resource URI: colaflow://issues.search
  • Supports filters: project, status, assignee, label, epic
  • Supports JQL-like query syntax
  • Returns issue details with all fields
  • Includes related entities (parent, children)
  • Paginated with cursor-based pagination

Tasks:

  • T2.2.2.1: Define MCP resource schema for issues
  • T2.2.2.2: Implement ResourceProvider for issues
  • T2.2.2.3: Build query parser for search syntax
  • T2.2.2.4: Add complex filtering logic
  • T2.2.2.5: Implement cursor-based pagination
  • T2.2.2.6: Add related entity resolution
  • T2.2.2.7: Write comprehensive query tests
  • T2.2.2.8: Document query syntax

Dependencies: Story 2.2.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 2.2.3: Implement Additional Resources

As an AI agent I want to access various project artifacts So that I can provide comprehensive assistance

Resources to Implement:

  • docs.create_draft - Document templates and drafts
  • reports.daily - Daily progress summaries
  • sprints.current - Current sprint information
  • backlogs.view - Product backlog access

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Each resource has documented schema
  • Proper error handling for not found
  • Performance optimized (< 200ms response)
  • Permission-based access control

Tasks:

  • T2.2.3.1: Implement docs.create_draft resource
  • T2.2.3.2: Implement reports.daily resource
  • T2.2.3.3: Implement sprints.current resource
  • T2.2.3.4: Implement backlogs.view resource
  • T2.2.3.5: Add caching for frequently accessed resources
  • T2.2.3.6: Write tests for all resources
  • T2.2.3.7: Document all resources

Dependencies: Story 2.2.2

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Epic 2.3: MCP Tools Implementation

Description: Expose write operations as MCP tools with diff preview.

Business Value: AI can propose changes that humans review.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 2.3.1: Implement Diff Preview System

As a user I want to preview AI-proposed changes before they're applied So that I can maintain control over my data

Acceptance Criteria:

  • AI tool calls generate diff preview instead of direct writes
  • Diff shows current vs. proposed state side-by-side
  • Diffs are stored temporarily with unique ID
  • Diffs expire after configurable timeout (default 24h)
  • Can retrieve diff for review
  • Can approve or reject diff

Tasks:

  • T2.3.1.1: Design diff storage schema (Redis + PostgreSQL)
  • T2.3.1.2: Create DiffService for diff generation
  • T2.3.1.3: Implement diff generation algorithms
  • T2.3.1.4: Build diff storage with expiration
  • T2.3.1.5: Create approval/rejection API endpoints
  • T2.3.1.6: Implement diff application logic
  • T2.3.1.7: Add notification for new diffs
  • T2.3.1.8: Write diff generation tests

Dependencies: Story 2.2.3

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 2.3.2: Implement create_issue Tool

As an AI agent I want to propose creating new issues So that I can help with task breakdown

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Tool accepts: project, type, title, description, parent, assignee
  • Validates all required fields
  • Generates diff preview showing new issue
  • Returns diff ID for human review
  • Approved diff creates actual issue
  • Creation is logged in audit trail

Tasks:

  • T2.3.2.1: Define MCP tool schema for create_issue
  • T2.3.2.2: Implement ToolProvider for create_issue
  • T2.3.2.3: Add input validation logic
  • T2.3.2.4: Integrate with DiffService
  • T2.3.2.5: Implement issue creation on approval
  • T2.3.2.6: Add audit logging
  • T2.3.2.7: Write tool tests
  • T2.3.2.8: Document tool usage

Dependencies: Story 2.3.1

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 2.3.3: Implement update_status Tool

As an AI agent I want to propose status changes So that I can help keep tasks up to date

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Tool accepts: issue_id, new_status, comment
  • Validates status transition is allowed
  • Generates diff preview showing status change
  • Includes comment in diff if provided
  • Approved diff updates issue status
  • Triggers workflow automation on status change

Tasks:

  • T2.3.3.1: Define MCP tool schema for update_status
  • T2.3.3.2: Implement ToolProvider for update_status
  • T2.3.3.3: Add workflow transition validation
  • T2.3.3.4: Integrate with DiffService
  • T2.3.3.5: Implement status update on approval
  • T2.3.3.6: Trigger workflow hooks
  • T2.3.3.7: Write tool tests
  • T2.3.3.8: Document tool usage

Dependencies: Story 2.3.2

Estimated Effort: 3 days


Story 2.3.4: Implement Additional Tools

As an AI agent I want to perform various operations So that I can assist with project management

Tools to Implement:

  • assign_task - Assign issues to users
  • log_decision - Record key decisions
  • generate_report - Create progress reports
  • estimate_task - Add time estimates

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Each tool has clear input schema
  • All tools use diff preview mechanism
  • Proper error messages for invalid inputs
  • Tools are discoverable via MCP protocol

Tasks:

  • T2.3.4.1: Implement assign_task tool
  • T2.3.4.2: Implement log_decision tool
  • T2.3.4.3: Implement generate_report tool
  • T2.3.4.4: Implement estimate_task tool
  • T2.3.4.5: Add tool discovery metadata
  • T2.3.4.6: Write tests for all tools
  • T2.3.4.7: Document all tools

Dependencies: Story 2.3.3

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 2.4: AI Control Console UI

Description: Build user interface for reviewing and approving AI changes.

Business Value: Human oversight of AI operations.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 2.4.1: Diff Review Interface

As a user I want to review AI-proposed changes in a clear interface So that I can quickly approve or reject them

Acceptance Criteria:

  • List view shows all pending diffs
  • Each diff shows: AI agent, timestamp, operation type, status
  • Detail view shows side-by-side comparison
  • Highlighting for added/removed/changed fields
  • Can approve or reject with optional comment
  • Batch approve/reject multiple diffs
  • Real-time updates when new diffs arrive

Tasks:

  • T2.4.1.1: Design AI console page layout
  • T2.4.1.2: Build diff list component
  • T2.4.1.3: Create diff detail component with comparison view
  • T2.4.1.4: Implement syntax highlighting for diffs
  • T2.4.1.5: Add approve/reject buttons with confirmation
  • T2.4.1.6: Implement batch operations UI
  • T2.4.1.7: Add WebSocket for real-time updates
  • T2.4.1.8: Write component tests

Dependencies: Story 2.3.1

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 2.4.2: AI Activity Dashboard

As a PM I want to monitor AI agent activity and statistics So that I can understand AI usage patterns

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Dashboard shows: total operations, approval rate, rejection rate
  • Charts for operations over time
  • Breakdown by operation type
  • List of most active AI agents
  • Average review time metrics
  • Can filter by date range and agent

Tasks:

  • T2.4.2.1: Design dashboard layout
  • T2.4.2.2: Create analytics API endpoints
  • T2.4.2.3: Build metrics calculation service
  • T2.4.2.4: Implement chart components
  • T2.4.2.5: Add filtering and date range selectors
  • T2.4.2.6: Cache dashboard data for performance
  • T2.4.2.7: Write dashboard tests

Dependencies: Story 2.4.1

Estimated Effort: 4 days


M2 Summary

Total Epics: 4 Total Stories: 11 Total Tasks: 72 Estimated Duration: 8 weeks (2 months) Team Size: 2 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 AI Engineer, 1 QA


M3: ChatGPT Integration PoC (Months 5-6)

Epic 3.1: AI Task Generation

Description: Enable AI to break down high-level descriptions into structured tasks.

Business Value: Dramatically reduce time spent on task breakdown.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 3.1.1: Natural Language Task Creation

As a PM I want to describe a feature in natural language So that AI can generate a structured task breakdown

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can input free-form text description
  • AI analyzes and proposes Epic/Story/Task hierarchy
  • Each generated task has: title, description, acceptance criteria
  • Can preview full structure before creation
  • Can edit individual tasks in preview
  • Approval creates all tasks with proper hierarchy

Tasks:

  • T3.1.1.1: Design task generation prompt template
  • T3.1.1.2: Create TaskGenerationService
  • T3.1.1.3: Implement OpenAI API integration
  • T3.1.1.4: Parse AI response into structured format
  • T3.1.1.5: Build task generation UI component
  • T3.1.1.6: Add preview and edit functionality
  • T3.1.1.7: Integrate with diff preview system
  • T3.1.1.8: Write generation tests

Dependencies: M2 Epic 2.3 (MCP Tools)

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 3.1.2: Automatic Acceptance Criteria Generation

As a PM I want to AI to suggest acceptance criteria for tasks So that I can ensure all tasks have clear definitions of done

Acceptance Criteria:

  • AI detects tasks without acceptance criteria
  • Proposes 3-5 relevant acceptance criteria per task
  • Criteria are specific, measurable, and testable
  • Can accept all, accept some, or reject suggestions
  • Can edit suggestions before accepting
  • Learns from accepted/rejected suggestions over time

Tasks:

  • T3.1.2.1: Design AC generation prompt template
  • T3.1.2.2: Create ACGenerationService
  • T3.1.2.3: Implement detection of missing ACs
  • T3.1.2.4: Build batch AC generation for multiple tasks
  • T3.1.2.5: Create AC suggestion UI
  • T3.1.2.6: Implement feedback collection
  • T3.1.2.7: Add learning mechanism (fine-tuning or RAG)
  • T3.1.2.8: Write AC generation tests

Dependencies: Story 3.1.1

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Epic 3.2: Automated Reporting

Description: Generate daily standups, weekly reports, and risk assessments.

Business Value: Save time on status reporting and improve visibility.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 3.2.1: Daily Standup Report Generation

As a team lead I want to automatically generate daily standup summaries So that I can quickly share progress with the team

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Report includes: completed tasks, in-progress tasks, blockers
  • Grouped by team member
  • Includes key metrics: velocity, completion rate
  • Can schedule automatic generation and delivery
  • Can customize report format and content
  • Can export to Slack, email, or PDF

Tasks:

  • T3.2.1.1: Design daily report data aggregation query
  • T3.2.1.2: Create ReportGenerationService
  • T3.2.1.3: Implement daily report template
  • T3.2.1.4: Build report scheduling system
  • T3.2.1.5: Add Slack integration
  • T3.2.1.6: Add email delivery
  • T3.2.1.7: Build report UI and customization
  • T3.2.1.8: Write report generation tests

Dependencies: M2 Epic 2.2 (MCP Resources)

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 3.2.2: AI-Generated Risk Reports

As a PM I want to AI to identify project risks So that I can proactively address issues

Acceptance Criteria:

  • AI analyzes: overdue tasks, blocked items, resource bottlenecks
  • Generates risk report with severity levels
  • Includes suggested mitigation actions
  • Can trigger alerts for high-severity risks
  • Historical risk tracking over time
  • Can customize risk detection rules

Tasks:

  • T3.2.2.1: Define risk detection algorithms
  • T3.2.2.2: Create RiskAnalysisService
  • T3.2.2.3: Implement AI-powered risk assessment
  • T3.2.2.4: Build risk report template
  • T3.2.2.5: Add alerting system
  • T3.2.2.6: Create risk dashboard UI
  • T3.2.2.7: Implement risk tracking over time
  • T3.2.2.8: Write risk analysis tests

Dependencies: Story 3.2.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 3.3: ChatGPT Custom GPT Integration

Description: Create ColaFlow GPT with MCP connection.

Business Value: Seamless ChatGPT → ColaFlow workflow.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 3.3.1: ColaFlow GPT Configuration

As a user I want to interact with ColaFlow via ChatGPT So that I can manage projects conversationally

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Custom GPT is configured with ColaFlow MCP connection
  • GPT can read project data via MCP resources
  • GPT can propose changes via MCP tools
  • All operations go through human approval flow
  • GPT provides helpful prompts and guidance
  • Documentation for GPT setup and usage

Tasks:

  • T3.3.1.1: Create Custom GPT in OpenAI platform
  • T3.3.1.2: Configure MCP connection settings
  • T3.3.1.3: Write GPT system instructions
  • T3.3.1.4: Test all MCP resources from GPT
  • T3.3.1.5: Test all MCP tools from GPT
  • T3.3.1.6: Create user documentation
  • T3.3.1.7: Create video tutorial
  • T3.3.1.8: Conduct user testing

Dependencies: M2 completion

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 3.3.2: Conversational Project Management

As a user I want to perform common project tasks via chat So that I can work more naturally

Example Commands:

  • "Create a new project called ColaFlow v2"
  • "Show me all high-priority bugs"
  • "Generate a weekly progress report"
  • "What tasks are blocked?"
  • "Assign COLA-123 to Alice"

Acceptance Criteria:

  • GPT correctly interprets natural language commands
  • Provides clear confirmation and feedback
  • Handles ambiguity by asking clarifying questions
  • Suggests relevant actions based on context
  • Maintains conversation context
  • Respects user permissions

Tasks:

  • T3.3.2.1: Design conversation flows for common tasks
  • T3.3.2.2: Create prompt templates for each flow
  • T3.3.2.3: Implement context management
  • T3.3.2.4: Add clarification question logic
  • T3.3.2.5: Test conversation quality
  • T3.3.2.6: Create example conversation library
  • T3.3.2.7: Document conversation capabilities
  • T3.3.2.8: Conduct user acceptance testing

Dependencies: Story 3.3.1

Estimated Effort: 6 days


M3 Summary

Total Epics: 3 Total Stories: 7 Total Tasks: 47 Estimated Duration: 8 weeks (2 months) Team Size: 1 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 AI Engineer, 1 QA


M4: External System Integration (Months 7-8)

Epic 4.1: GitHub Integration

Description: Bi-directional sync between GitHub and ColaFlow.

Business Value: Unified development workflow.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 4.1.1: GitHub OAuth & Repository Connection

As a developer I want to connect my GitHub repositories to ColaFlow So that PRs and commits can sync with tasks

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can authenticate via GitHub OAuth
  • Can select repositories to connect
  • Can map repositories to projects
  • Connection status is visible
  • Can disconnect repositories
  • Supports GitHub Enterprise

Tasks:

  • T4.1.1.1: Implement GitHub OAuth flow
  • T4.1.1.2: Create GitHub integration service
  • T4.1.1.3: Build repository selection UI
  • T4.1.1.4: Store connection configuration
  • T4.1.1.5: Add connection health monitoring
  • T4.1.1.6: Implement disconnect logic
  • T4.1.1.7: Write integration tests

Dependencies: M3 completion

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 4.1.2: PR → Task Linking

As a developer I want to link PRs to tasks automatically So that code changes are tracked with tasks

Acceptance Criteria:

  • PR references (e.g., COLA-123) auto-link to tasks
  • PR status shown on task detail page
  • PR merge auto-updates task status (configurable)
  • Multiple PRs can link to one task
  • PR comments sync to task activity
  • Can manually link/unlink PRs

Tasks:

  • T4.1.2.1: Implement GitHub webhook handler
  • T4.1.2.2: Parse PR descriptions for task references
  • T4.1.2.3: Create PR-task linking logic
  • T4.1.2.4: Add PR status to task API
  • T4.1.2.5: Implement auto-status update rules
  • T4.1.2.6: Build PR display in task UI
  • T4.1.2.7: Add manual linking controls
  • T4.1.2.8: Write webhook tests

Dependencies: Story 4.1.1

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 4.1.3: Branch & Commit Tracking

As a PM I want to see development activity on tasks So that I can track code progress

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Task detail shows linked branches
  • Task detail shows related commits
  • Commit messages with task keys auto-link
  • Can view commit diffs inline
  • Shows commit author and timestamp
  • Aggregates commit count per task

Tasks:

  • T4.1.3.1: Implement commit webhook handler
  • T4.1.3.2: Parse commit messages for task references
  • T4.1.3.3: Store commit metadata
  • T4.1.3.4: Build commit timeline UI
  • T4.1.3.5: Add branch display
  • T4.1.3.6: Implement diff viewer
  • T4.1.3.7: Add commit statistics
  • T4.1.3.8: Write commit tracking tests

Dependencies: Story 4.1.2

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Epic 4.2: Slack Integration

Description: Notifications, commands, and summaries via Slack.

Business Value: Team communication hub integration.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 4.2.1: Slack App & Bot Setup

As a team I want to connect ColaFlow to Slack workspace So that we receive notifications and updates

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can install ColaFlow Slack app
  • OAuth authentication flow works
  • Bot joins designated channels
  • Can configure notification preferences
  • Can uninstall app cleanly
  • Supports Slack Enterprise Grid

Tasks:

  • T4.2.1.1: Create Slack app in Slack API console
  • T4.2.1.2: Implement Slack OAuth flow
  • T4.2.1.3: Create SlackService for API calls
  • T4.2.1.4: Build app installation UI
  • T4.2.1.5: Implement bot join/leave logic
  • T4.2.1.6: Add configuration settings
  • T4.2.1.7: Write Slack integration tests

Dependencies: M3 completion

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 4.2.2: Task Notifications in Slack

As a team member I want to receive task updates in Slack So that I stay informed without checking ColaFlow constantly

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Notifications for: task assigned, status changed, mentioned
  • Can configure notification types per channel
  • Rich formatting with task details
  • Includes link to task in ColaFlow
  • Can snooze or dismiss notifications
  • Respects user's notification preferences

Tasks:

  • T4.2.2.1: Design notification event system
  • T4.2.2.2: Create NotificationService
  • T4.2.2.3: Implement Slack message formatting
  • T4.2.2.4: Build notification preferences UI
  • T4.2.2.5: Add notification triggers to task operations
  • T4.2.2.6: Implement rate limiting for notifications
  • T4.2.2.7: Write notification tests

Dependencies: Story 4.2.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 4.2.3: Slash Commands in Slack

As a user I want to perform quick actions via Slack commands So that I can update tasks without leaving Slack

Example Commands:

  • /colaflow task COLA-123 - View task details
  • /colaflow assign COLA-123 @alice - Assign task
  • /colaflow status COLA-123 done - Update status
  • /colaflow create "Fix login bug" - Quick task creation

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Slash commands are registered in Slack
  • Commands provide inline feedback
  • Error messages are clear and helpful
  • Supports autocomplete where applicable
  • Respects user permissions
  • Usage is logged for audit

Tasks:

  • T4.2.3.1: Register slash commands in Slack app
  • T4.2.3.2: Implement command parser
  • T4.2.3.3: Create command handler for each action
  • T4.2.3.4: Build response formatting
  • T4.2.3.5: Add permission checking
  • T4.2.3.6: Implement autocomplete
  • T4.2.3.7: Write command tests

Dependencies: Story 4.2.2

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Epic 4.3: Calendar Integration

Description: Sync sprints, milestones, and deadlines with calendars.

Business Value: Unified scheduling and timeline visibility.

Estimated Effort: 1 week


Story 4.3.1: Google Calendar Integration

As a PM I want to sync ColaFlow events to Google Calendar So that deadlines and sprints appear in my calendar

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can authenticate with Google Calendar
  • Sprint start/end dates sync to calendar
  • Milestone dates create calendar events
  • Task due dates can optionally sync
  • Two-way sync: changes in either system reflect
  • Can configure which events to sync

Tasks:

  • T4.3.1.1: Implement Google Calendar OAuth
  • T4.3.1.2: Create CalendarService
  • T4.3.1.3: Implement event sync logic
  • T4.3.1.4: Handle two-way sync conflicts
  • T4.3.1.5: Build sync configuration UI
  • T4.3.1.6: Add sync status monitoring
  • T4.3.1.7: Write calendar integration tests

Dependencies: M3 completion

Estimated Effort: 5 days


M4 Summary

Total Epics: 3 Total Stories: 7 Total Tasks: 46 Estimated Duration: 8 weeks (2 months) Team Size: 2 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 QA


M5: Enterprise Pilot (Month 9)

Epic 5.1: Enterprise Features

Description: SSO, LDAP, advanced permissions, compliance.

Business Value: Enterprise readiness for pilot deployment.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 5.1.1: Single Sign-On (SSO) Support

As an enterprise admin I want to configure SSO authentication So that users can log in with corporate credentials

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Supports SAML 2.0
  • Supports OIDC (OpenID Connect)
  • Can configure multiple identity providers
  • User provisioning on first login
  • Role mapping from SSO attributes
  • Comprehensive SSO admin documentation

Tasks:

  • T5.1.1.1: Implement SAML authentication flow
  • T5.1.1.2: Implement OIDC authentication flow
  • T5.1.1.3: Build IdP configuration UI
  • T5.1.1.4: Add user auto-provisioning
  • T5.1.1.5: Implement role mapping
  • T5.1.1.6: Write SSO documentation
  • T5.1.1.7: Test with common IdPs (Okta, Azure AD, etc.)

Dependencies: M4 completion

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 5.1.2: Advanced Permission System

As an admin I want to configure granular permissions So that I can control access at field level

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can define custom roles beyond default set
  • Field-level read/write permissions
  • Project-level permission overrides
  • Permission inheritance and cascading
  • Permission testing/preview tool
  • Audit log for permission changes

Tasks:

  • T5.1.2.1: Design advanced permission schema
  • T5.1.2.2: Implement permission evaluation engine
  • T5.1.2.3: Build role management UI
  • T5.1.2.4: Add field-level permission controls
  • T5.1.2.5: Implement permission preview
  • T5.1.2.6: Add permission audit logging
  • T5.1.2.7: Write permission tests

Dependencies: Story 5.1.1

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 5.1.3: Compliance & Data Privacy

As a compliance officer I want to ensure ColaFlow meets regulatory requirements So that we can deploy in regulated industries

Acceptance Criteria:

  • GDPR compliance: data export, right to deletion
  • Data retention policies configurable
  • PII field identification and protection
  • Audit log retention and immutability
  • Compliance report generation
  • Data encryption at rest and in transit

Tasks:

  • T5.1.3.1: Implement GDPR data export
  • T5.1.3.2: Implement right to deletion
  • T5.1.3.3: Add data retention policies
  • T5.1.3.4: Identify and protect PII fields
  • T5.1.3.5: Ensure audit log immutability
  • T5.1.3.6: Build compliance reports
  • T5.1.3.7: Verify encryption implementation
  • T5.1.3.8: Conduct security audit

Dependencies: Story 5.1.2

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Epic 5.2: Performance & Scalability

Description: Optimize for large datasets and high concurrency.

Business Value: Support enterprise-scale deployments.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks


Story 5.2.1: Database Optimization

As a system admin I want to ensure system performs well with large datasets So that users have fast experience

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All critical queries < 100ms (p95)
  • Proper indexing on all foreign keys
  • Query optimization for complex searches
  • Connection pooling configured
  • Database monitoring and alerting
  • Handles 10,000+ issues per project

Tasks:

  • T5.2.1.1: Analyze slow query log
  • T5.2.1.2: Add missing database indexes
  • T5.2.1.3: Optimize complex queries
  • T5.2.1.4: Configure connection pooling
  • T5.2.1.5: Set up database monitoring
  • T5.2.1.6: Run load tests
  • T5.2.1.7: Document optimization findings

Dependencies: M4 completion

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 5.2.2: Caching Strategy

As a developer I want to implement effective caching So that frequently accessed data loads instantly

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Redis cache for session data
  • API response caching for read-heavy endpoints
  • Cache invalidation on data changes
  • Cache hit rate > 80% for common queries
  • Cache monitoring and metrics
  • Configurable cache TTL per resource type

Tasks:

  • T5.2.2.1: Set up Redis cluster
  • T5.2.2.2: Implement cache middleware
  • T5.2.2.3: Add caching to hot endpoints
  • T5.2.2.4: Implement cache invalidation logic
  • T5.2.2.5: Add cache metrics
  • T5.2.2.6: Configure cache TTL per resource
  • T5.2.2.7: Test cache behavior under load

Dependencies: Story 5.2.1

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 5.2.3: Horizontal Scaling

As a DevOps engineer I want to deploy ColaFlow in clustered mode So that we can handle high traffic

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Stateless application servers
  • Load balancer configuration documented
  • Session management via Redis
  • Database read replicas supported
  • Health checks for all services
  • Kubernetes deployment manifests

Tasks:

  • T5.2.3.1: Ensure stateless application design
  • T5.2.3.2: Implement Redis-based session storage
  • T5.2.3.3: Configure database read replicas
  • T5.2.3.4: Create Kubernetes manifests
  • T5.2.3.5: Set up load balancer
  • T5.2.3.6: Add health check endpoints
  • T5.2.3.7: Test failover scenarios
  • T5.2.3.8: Document deployment architecture

Dependencies: Story 5.2.2

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Epic 5.3: Internal Pilot Deployment

Description: Deploy to internal teams and gather feedback.

Business Value: Validate product with real users before external release.

Estimated Effort: 2 weeks (includes monitoring period)


Story 5.3.1: Pilot Environment Setup

As a DevOps engineer I want to deploy ColaFlow to production-like environment So that pilot users can test with real data

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Production-like infrastructure (cloud-based)
  • SSL certificates configured
  • Monitoring and logging in place
  • Backup and disaster recovery configured
  • Performance meets SLA targets
  • Security hardening applied

Tasks:

  • T5.3.1.1: Provision cloud infrastructure
  • T5.3.1.2: Deploy application with CI/CD pipeline
  • T5.3.1.3: Configure SSL/TLS certificates
  • T5.3.1.4: Set up monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana)
  • T5.3.1.5: Configure logging (ELK stack)
  • T5.3.1.6: Implement backup strategy
  • T5.3.1.7: Conduct security hardening
  • T5.3.1.8: Run smoke tests

Dependencies: Epic 5.2 completion

Estimated Effort: 5 days


Story 5.3.2: User Onboarding & Training

As a pilot user I want to understand how to use ColaFlow So that I can be productive quickly

Deliverables:

  • User documentation
  • Video tutorials
  • Live training sessions
  • FAQ and troubleshooting guide
  • Feedback collection mechanism

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All pilot users complete onboarding training
  • Documentation covers all main features
  • Users can create projects and tasks independently
  • Support channel is available for questions
  • Feedback mechanism is in place

Tasks:

  • T5.3.2.1: Create user documentation
  • T5.3.2.2: Record video tutorials
  • T5.3.2.3: Prepare training presentation
  • T5.3.2.4: Conduct live training sessions
  • T5.3.2.5: Set up support Slack channel
  • T5.3.2.6: Create feedback survey
  • T5.3.2.7: Schedule weekly check-ins

Dependencies: Story 5.3.1

Estimated Effort: 4 days


Story 5.3.3: Feedback Collection & Iteration

As a PM I want to gather and act on pilot user feedback So that we can improve before wider release

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Weekly feedback surveys sent
  • Bi-weekly check-in meetings held
  • Bug reports tracked and prioritized
  • Feature requests logged
  • Critical issues resolved within 48 hours
  • Feedback summary report created

Tasks:

  • T5.3.3.1: Create feedback survey template
  • T5.3.3.2: Set up bug tracking workflow
  • T5.3.3.3: Conduct bi-weekly check-ins
  • T5.3.3.4: Triage and prioritize issues
  • T5.3.3.5: Fix critical bugs
  • T5.3.3.6: Analyze feedback themes
  • T5.3.3.7: Create feedback summary report
  • T5.3.3.8: Plan M6 improvements based on feedback

Dependencies: Story 5.3.2

Estimated Effort: Ongoing (2 weeks monitoring)


M5 Summary

Total Epics: 3 Total Stories: 9 Total Tasks: 52 Estimated Duration: 4 weeks (1 month) Team Size: 2 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 DevOps, 1 QA, 1 PM


M6: Stable Release (Months 10-12)

Epic 6.1: Documentation & Developer Experience

Description: Comprehensive documentation, API docs, SDK, and developer portal.

Business Value: Enable community adoption and third-party integrations.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 6.1.1: API Documentation

As a developer I want to comprehensive API documentation So that I can integrate ColaFlow with other tools

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All REST endpoints documented
  • All GraphQL queries/mutations documented
  • All MCP resources/tools documented
  • Interactive API explorer (Swagger/GraphiQL)
  • Code examples in multiple languages
  • Authentication guide
  • Rate limiting documentation
  • Changelog for API versions

Tasks:

  • T6.1.1.1: Set up Swagger/OpenAPI for REST
  • T6.1.1.2: Generate API documentation from code
  • T6.1.1.3: Add descriptions and examples to all endpoints
  • T6.1.1.4: Document GraphQL schema
  • T6.1.1.5: Document MCP protocol usage
  • T6.1.1.6: Write authentication guide
  • T6.1.1.7: Create code examples
  • T6.1.1.8: Publish to developer portal

Dependencies: M5 completion

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Story 6.1.2: ColaFlow SDK

As a developer I want to official SDKs for common languages So that I can easily integrate ColaFlow

Languages:

  • JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Python
  • Go (optional)

Acceptance Criteria:

  • SDK covers all major API endpoints
  • Proper error handling and typing
  • Authentication helpers included
  • Published to package registries (npm, PyPI)
  • Comprehensive README and examples
  • Unit tests with high coverage

Tasks:

  • T6.1.2.1: Design SDK architecture
  • T6.1.2.2: Implement TypeScript SDK
  • T6.1.2.3: Implement Python SDK
  • T6.1.2.4: Add authentication helpers
  • T6.1.2.5: Write SDK documentation
  • T6.1.2.6: Create example projects
  • T6.1.2.7: Publish to npm and PyPI
  • T6.1.2.8: Set up CI/CD for SDKs

Dependencies: Story 6.1.1

Estimated Effort: 8 days


Story 6.1.3: Developer Portal & Community

As a developer I want to central hub for ColaFlow development So that I can find resources and connect with community

Deliverables:

  • Developer portal website
  • Getting started guides
  • Tutorial series
  • FAQ and troubleshooting
  • Community forum or Discord
  • GitHub repositories with examples

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Portal is live and accessible
  • All documentation is searchable
  • Community platform is active
  • Getting started guide takes < 15 minutes
  • Example projects cover common use cases
  • Support channels are clearly defined

Tasks:

  • T6.1.3.1: Build developer portal website
  • T6.1.3.2: Write getting started guide
  • T6.1.3.3: Create tutorial series
  • T6.1.3.4: Set up community platform
  • T6.1.3.5: Create example projects
  • T6.1.3.6: Set up GitHub organization
  • T6.1.3.7: Write contribution guidelines
  • T6.1.3.8: Launch community outreach

Dependencies: Story 6.1.2

Estimated Effort: 6 days


Epic 6.2: Plugin Architecture & Extensibility

Description: Enable third-party extensions and customizations.

Business Value: Ecosystem growth and long-term platform value.

Estimated Effort: 3 weeks


Story 6.2.1: Plugin System Design

As a platform architect I want to define plugin architecture So that developers can extend ColaFlow safely

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Plugin manifest format defined
  • Plugin lifecycle (install, enable, disable, uninstall)
  • Sandboxed execution environment
  • Plugin API access controls
  • Version compatibility checking
  • Plugin registry infrastructure

Tasks:

  • T6.2.1.1: Design plugin architecture document
  • T6.2.1.2: Define plugin manifest schema
  • T6.2.1.3: Implement plugin loader
  • T6.2.1.4: Create plugin sandbox environment
  • T6.2.1.5: Build plugin registry backend
  • T6.2.1.6: Implement version checking
  • T6.2.1.7: Write plugin developer guide
  • T6.2.1.8: Create example plugin

Dependencies: M5 completion

Estimated Effort: 8 days


Story 6.2.2: Plugin Marketplace

As a user I want to discover and install plugins So that I can extend ColaFlow functionality

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Marketplace UI for browsing plugins
  • Plugin search and filtering
  • Plugin ratings and reviews
  • One-click plugin installation
  • Plugin update notifications
  • Security vetting process for listed plugins

Tasks:

  • T6.2.2.1: Design marketplace UI
  • T6.2.2.2: Build plugin listing API
  • T6.2.2.3: Implement search and filtering
  • T6.2.2.4: Add ratings and reviews system
  • T6.2.2.5: Create plugin installation flow
  • T6.2.2.6: Build update notification system
  • T6.2.2.7: Define security review process
  • T6.2.2.8: Publish official plugins

Dependencies: Story 6.2.1

Estimated Effort: 7 days


Epic 6.3: Final Polish & Launch Preparation

Description: Bug fixes, performance tuning, marketing materials.

Business Value: Professional launch and user acquisition.

Estimated Effort: 4 weeks


Story 6.3.1: Comprehensive Testing & Bug Fixes

As a QA engineer I want to thoroughly test all features So that we launch with high quality

Testing Types:

  • Functional testing (all features)
  • Integration testing (all external systems)
  • Performance testing (load, stress)
  • Security testing (penetration, vulnerability scan)
  • Accessibility testing (WCAG compliance)
  • Browser compatibility testing

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All critical bugs resolved
  • No P0 or P1 bugs in backlog
  • Performance meets all SLA targets
  • Security scan passes with no high-severity issues
  • Accessibility audit passes
  • All browsers supported work correctly

Tasks:

  • T6.3.1.1: Conduct full functional testing
  • T6.3.1.2: Run integration test suite
  • T6.3.1.3: Perform load and stress testing
  • T6.3.1.4: Conduct security audit
  • T6.3.1.5: Run accessibility testing
  • T6.3.1.6: Test browser compatibility
  • T6.3.1.7: Fix all identified issues
  • T6.3.1.8: Retest after fixes

Dependencies: All previous epics

Estimated Effort: 10 days


Story 6.3.2: Marketing & Launch Materials

As a marketing lead I want to create launch materials So that we can attract users

Deliverables:

  • Product website
  • Demo video
  • Launch blog post
  • Social media content
  • Press kit
  • Customer case studies

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Website is live and optimized for conversions
  • Demo video clearly shows value proposition
  • Launch blog post is published
  • Social media accounts are active
  • Press kit is ready for distribution
  • At least 2 customer case studies available

Tasks:

  • T6.3.2.1: Design and build product website
  • T6.3.2.2: Create demo video
  • T6.3.2.3: Write launch blog post
  • T6.3.2.4: Create social media content
  • T6.3.2.5: Prepare press kit
  • T6.3.2.6: Write customer case studies
  • T6.3.2.7: Set up analytics and tracking
  • T6.3.2.8: Plan launch event/webinar

Dependencies: None (parallel work)

Estimated Effort: 8 days


Story 6.3.3: Launch & Post-Launch Support

As a PM I want to execute successful launch So that we gain initial user adoption

Launch Checklist:

  • Production environment ready
  • Monitoring and alerting active
  • Support team trained
  • Documentation complete
  • Pricing and licensing finalized
  • Legal terms and privacy policy published

Acceptance Criteria:

  • All launch checklist items completed
  • Launch announcement published
  • Support channels are staffed
  • Incident response plan is ready
  • User onboarding flow works smoothly
  • First week metrics are tracked

Tasks:

  • T6.3.3.1: Complete launch checklist
  • T6.3.3.2: Finalize pricing and licensing
  • T6.3.3.3: Publish legal documents
  • T6.3.3.4: Train support team
  • T6.3.3.5: Execute launch announcement
  • T6.3.3.6: Monitor launch metrics
  • T6.3.3.7: Respond to user feedback
  • T6.3.3.8: Create post-launch report

Dependencies: Stories 6.3.1, 6.3.2

Estimated Effort: Ongoing (launch week + 2 weeks)


M6 Summary

Total Epics: 3 Total Stories: 8 Total Tasks: 57 Estimated Duration: 12 weeks (3 months) Team Size: Full team (PM, Architect, 2 Backend, 1 Frontend, 1 AI Engineer, 1 QA, 1 DevOps, 1 Marketing)


Overall Project Summary

Complete Feature Breakdown

Milestone Duration Epics Stories Tasks Team Size
M1 8 weeks 4 10 62 4
M2 8 weeks 4 11 72 5
M3 8 weeks 3 7 47 4
M4 8 weeks 3 7 46 4
M5 4 weeks 3 9 52 6
M6 12 weeks 3 8 57 9
Total 48 weeks 20 52 336 Peak: 9

Key Milestones Timeline

M1: Months 1-2   [████████]
M2: Months 3-4   [████████]
M3: Months 5-6   [████████]
M4: Months 7-8   [████████]
M5: Month 9      [████]
M6: Months 10-12 [████████████]

Critical Path

  1. M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6 (sequential dependencies)
  2. Within each milestone, epics can have some parallelization
  3. M6 has the most parallel work (documentation, testing, marketing)

Resource Planning

Core Team (Months 1-8):

  • 1 Product Manager (part-time)
  • 1 Architect (full-time)
  • 2 Backend Engineers (full-time)
  • 1 Frontend Engineer (full-time)
  • 1 AI Engineer (starting M2)
  • 1 QA Engineer (full-time)

Extended Team (Months 9-12):

  • Add 1 DevOps Engineer (M5)
  • Add 1 Marketing Lead (M6)
  • Increase PM to full-time (M6)

Appendix: Story Point Estimation

Story Points by Epic

Each epic is assigned story points based on complexity, risk, and effort:

M1 Epics:

  • Epic 1.1: 21 points
  • Epic 1.2: 13 points
  • Epic 1.3: 13 points
  • Epic 1.4: 8 points
  • M1 Total: 55 points

M2 Epics:

  • Epic 2.1: 13 points
  • Epic 2.2: 13 points
  • Epic 2.3: 21 points
  • Epic 2.4: 13 points
  • M2 Total: 60 points

M3 Epics:

  • Epic 3.1: 13 points
  • Epic 3.2: 13 points
  • Epic 3.3: 13 points
  • M3 Total: 39 points

M4 Epics:

  • Epic 4.1: 21 points
  • Epic 4.2: 13 points
  • Epic 4.3: 5 points
  • M4 Total: 39 points

M5 Epics:

  • Epic 5.1: 21 points
  • Epic 5.2: 13 points
  • Epic 5.3: 13 points
  • M5 Total: 47 points

M6 Epics:

  • Epic 6.1: 21 points
  • Epic 6.2: 21 points
  • Epic 6.3: 34 points
  • M6 Total: 76 points

Project Total: 316 story points


Document Status: Draft - Ready for sprint planning

Next Steps:

  1. Review with development team for estimates validation
  2. Create detailed sprint plans for M1
  3. Set up project tracking in ColaFlow (dogfooding!)
  4. Begin M1 Sprint 1 planning