Do I need user stories for a backend project?
Yes. User stories keep the focus on what the user needs. They make sure every API serves a real user need. "As a user, I can X so that Y." Writing them forces you to think about value.
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Write a product vision, list all features, group them into modules, prioritize (Must Have, Should Have, Nice to Have), define APIs for each feature, sketch the data model, write user stories, and sequence by dependencies.
Planning prevents rework, exposes missing pieces, and clarifies dependencies. A few hours of planning can save days of rewriting.
Tag each feature as Must Have, Should Have, or Nice to Have. The MVP includes only Must Have features. Everything else comes after.
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