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+# 📝 User Stories & Acceptance Criteria Framework
+
+**Metadata**
+- Last Updated: {{DATE}}
+- Maintainer: AI-Dev Toolkit
+- Related Docs: Consumes 09_user_journeys.md, feeds 11_acceptance_criteria.md, 03_generate_tasks.md
+
+> **🎯 Purpose**
+> Comprehensive user story framework that translates user journeys and personas into actionable development requirements. Stories follow INVEST principles with detailed acceptance criteria, enabling precise development estimation and quality validation.
+
+---
+
+## 📋 1. User Story Framework & Standards
+
+### 1.1 INVEST Principles Compliance
+**Independent:** Each story can be developed and tested in isolation
+**Negotiable:** Details can be discussed and refined during development
+**Valuable:** Each story delivers measurable business value
+**Estimable:** Story scope is clear enough for accurate estimation
+**Small:** Story can be completed within a single sprint
+**Testable:** Success criteria are clearly defined and verifiable
+
+### 1.2 Story Template Structure
+```gherkin
+# Standard User Story Format
+**Story ID:** US-{EPIC}-{NUMBER}
+**Epic:** {Epic Name}
+**Priority:** High/Medium/Low
+**Story Points:** {1-13 Fibonacci}
+**Sprint:** {Sprint Number}
+
+## User Story
+As a {specific user persona}
+I want {specific functionality}
+So that {clear business outcome}
+
+## Acceptance Criteria
+Given {initial context}
+When {user action}
+Then {expected outcome}
+
+And {additional verification}
+```
+
+### 1.3 Story Categorization System
+| Category | Icon | Purpose | Estimation Range | Definition of Done |
+|----------|------|---------|------------------|-------------------|
+| **Feature** | 🎯 | New functionality | 3-8 SP | Full feature complete |
+| **Enhancement** | ⚡ | Improve existing | 1-5 SP | Performance/UX improved |
+| **Bug Fix** | 🐛 | Defect resolution | 1-3 SP | Bug eliminated |
+| **Technical Debt** | 🔧 | Code quality | 2-8 SP | Architecture improved |
+| **Spike** | 🔬 | Research/POC | 1-3 SP | Decision documented |
+
+---
+
+## 🚀 2. Epic-Level User Stories
+
+### Epic: User Authentication & Security
+**Business Goal:** Secure user access with frictionless experience
+**Success Metrics:** <2 second login, 99.9% uptime, zero security incidents
+
+#### US-AUTH-001: Social Media Login Integration
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 5 | **Sprint:** 1
+
+**User Story:**
+As a new user visiting the platform
+I want to sign up using my Google/Facebook/GitHub account
+So that I can access the platform quickly without creating new credentials
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Successful Google OAuth Login
+  Given I am on the login page
+  When I click "Continue with Google"
+  Then I should be redirected to Google OAuth
+  And after authorization, I should be logged into the platform
+  And my profile should be populated with Google account data
+  And I should see a welcome message with my name
+
+Scenario: First-time Social Login Account Creation
+  Given I am a new user using social login
+  When I complete Google OAuth for the first time
+  Then a new account should be created automatically
+  And I should be prompted to complete my profile
+  And I should receive a welcome email
+  And my account status should be "Active"
+
+Scenario: Social Login Error Handling
+  Given I attempt social login
+  When the OAuth provider returns an error
+  Then I should see a user-friendly error message
+  And I should have the option to try again
+  And I should be able to use alternative login methods
+  And the error should be logged for monitoring
+```
+
+**Technical Requirements:**
+- OAuth 2.0 implementation with PKCE
+- Support for Google, Facebook, GitHub, LinkedIn
+- Automatic account linking for existing email addresses
+- Secure token storage with refresh capability
+- Rate limiting and fraud detection
+
+#### US-AUTH-002: Multi-Factor Authentication
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 8 | **Sprint:** 2
+
+**User Story:**
+As a security-conscious user
+I want to enable two-factor authentication on my account
+So that my data remains secure even if my password is compromised
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Enable TOTP-based 2FA
+  Given I am logged into my account settings
+  When I choose to enable 2FA
+  Then I should see a QR code for authenticator app setup
+  And I should be able to scan the QR code with Google Authenticator
+  And I should verify setup with a test code
+  And backup codes should be generated and displayed
+
+Scenario: Login with 2FA Enabled
+  Given I have 2FA enabled on my account
+  When I enter correct username and password
+  Then I should be prompted for my 2FA code
+  And entering the correct TOTP code should log me in
+  And entering an incorrect code should show an error
+  And I should have option to use backup codes
+
+Scenario: 2FA Recovery Process
+  Given I have lost access to my authenticator device
+  When I use a valid backup code
+  Then I should be logged in successfully
+  And the used backup code should be invalidated
+  And I should be prompted to reconfigure 2FA
+```
+
+**Security Requirements:**
+- TOTP algorithm compliance (RFC 6238)
+- Secure QR code generation with proper encoding
+- Backup code generation (8 codes, single-use)
+- Rate limiting on 2FA attempts
+- Account lockout after failed attempts
+
+#### US-AUTH-003: Password Reset & Recovery
+**Priority:** Medium | **Points:** 5 | **Sprint:** 2
+
+**User Story:**
+As a user who has forgotten my password
+I want to reset my password securely via email
+So that I can regain access to my account without compromising security
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Successful Password Reset
+  Given I am on the login page
+  When I click "Forgot Password"
+  And I enter my registered email address
+  Then I should receive a password reset email within 5 minutes
+  And the reset link should be valid for 1 hour
+  And clicking the link should allow me to set a new password
+
+Scenario: Password Strength Validation
+  Given I am setting a new password via reset
+  When I enter a password
+  Then it should require minimum 8 characters
+  And it should require at least one uppercase letter
+  And it should require at least one number
+  And it should require at least one special character
+  And it should not allow common passwords
+
+Scenario: Reset Link Security
+  Given I have used a password reset link
+  When I attempt to use the same link again
+  Then it should show "Link already used" error
+  And I should be directed to request a new reset
+  And the old link should be permanently invalidated
+```
+
+---
+
+## 💰 3. Payment & Billing Stories
+
+### Epic: Subscription Management
+**Business Goal:** Seamless subscription lifecycle with multiple payment options
+**Success Metrics:** 95% payment success rate, <1% involuntary churn
+
+#### US-PAY-001: Stripe Payment Integration
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 8 | **Sprint:** 3
+
+**User Story:**
+As a user ready to upgrade to a paid plan
+I want to securely enter my payment information and complete purchase
+So that I can access premium features immediately
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Successful Credit Card Payment
+  Given I am on the pricing page
+  When I select a premium plan
+  And I enter valid credit card information
+  And I click "Subscribe Now"
+  Then my payment should be processed successfully
+  And I should receive email confirmation
+  And my account should be upgraded immediately
+  And I should have access to premium features
+
+Scenario: Payment Method Validation
+  Given I am entering payment information
+  When I input card details
+  Then the card number should be validated in real-time
+  And expiration date should be validated
+  And CVV should be required and masked
+  And invalid cards should show immediate feedback
+  And I should see card brand icon (Visa/MC/Amex)
+
+Scenario: Failed Payment Handling
+  Given I attempt to subscribe with invalid payment method
+  When the payment fails
+  Then I should see a clear error message
+  And I should remain on the payment page
+  And I should be able to try a different payment method
+  And the failed attempt should be logged securely
+```
+
+**Technical Requirements:**
+- PCI DSS compliant payment processing
+- Support for major credit cards and digital wallets
+- Real-time payment validation
+- Automatic retry logic for failed payments
+- Webhook handling for payment status updates
+
+#### US-PAY-002: Subscription Plan Management
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 5 | **Sprint:** 4
+
+**User Story:**
+As a paying subscriber
+I want to view and modify my subscription plan
+So that I can adjust my service level based on my changing needs
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: View Current Subscription
+  Given I am a paid subscriber
+  When I visit my account settings
+  Then I should see my current plan details
+  And I should see my next billing date
+  And I should see my billing amount
+  And I should see my usage vs. plan limits
+
+Scenario: Upgrade Subscription Plan
+  Given I am on a basic paid plan
+  When I choose to upgrade to a higher tier
+  Then I should see the price difference
+  And I should see prorated billing explanation
+  And I should be able to upgrade immediately
+  And my new features should activate instantly
+
+Scenario: Downgrade Subscription Plan
+  Given I am on a premium plan
+  When I choose to downgrade
+  Then I should be warned about feature loss
+  And downgrade should take effect at next billing cycle
+  And I should retain current features until then
+  And I should receive confirmation email
+```
+
+---
+
+## 📊 4. Analytics & Reporting Stories
+
+### Epic: User Analytics Dashboard
+**Business Goal:** Empower users with actionable insights from their data
+**Success Metrics:** 70% dashboard engagement, 4.5+ user satisfaction
+
+#### US-ANALYTICS-001: Real-time Usage Dashboard
+**Priority:** Medium | **Points:** 8 | **Sprint:** 5
+
+**User Story:**
+As a business user who needs to track performance
+I want to see real-time analytics on my dashboard
+So that I can make data-driven decisions quickly
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Dashboard Data Visualization
+  Given I have been using the platform for at least 7 days
+  When I visit my analytics dashboard
+  Then I should see key metrics visualized in charts
+  And data should update every 30 seconds
+  And I should see trend lines for the past 30 days
+  And I should be able to hover for detailed values
+
+Scenario: Custom Date Range Selection
+  Given I am viewing my analytics dashboard
+  When I select a custom date range
+  Then all charts should update to reflect the selected period
+  And I should see comparative data from previous period
+  And I should be able to export data for the selected range
+  And the URL should update to allow bookmarking
+
+Scenario: Performance and Loading
+  Given I access the analytics dashboard
+  When the page loads
+  Then the initial data should load within 3 seconds
+  And charts should render smoothly without lag
+  And I should see loading states for slow-loading components
+  And the dashboard should be responsive on mobile devices
+```
+
+**Technical Requirements:**
+- Real-time data streaming with WebSocket connections
+- Interactive charts using D3.js or Chart.js
+- Efficient data aggregation and caching
+- Mobile-responsive design
+- Export functionality (CSV, PDF)
+
+---
+
+## 🔧 5. Technical & Infrastructure Stories
+
+### Epic: Performance Optimization
+**Business Goal:** Ensure optimal user experience through system performance
+**Success Metrics:** <2s page load time, 99.5% uptime
+
+#### US-PERF-001: Page Load Speed Optimization
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 5 | **Sprint:** 6
+
+**User Story:**
+As any user of the platform
+I want pages to load quickly (under 2 seconds)
+So that I can efficiently complete my tasks without frustration
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Initial Page Load Performance
+  Given I am accessing any page on the platform
+  When the page starts loading
+  Then the First Contentful Paint should occur within 1.5 seconds
+  And the page should be fully interactive within 2.5 seconds
+  And the Largest Contentful Paint should occur within 2 seconds
+  And the Cumulative Layout Shift should be less than 0.1
+
+Scenario: Image Loading Optimization
+  Given I am viewing a page with images
+  When the page loads
+  Then images should load progressively
+  And images should be properly sized for the viewport
+  And lazy loading should be implemented for below-fold images
+  And WebP format should be served when supported
+
+Scenario: JavaScript Bundle Optimization
+  Given I am loading any page
+  When the JavaScript loads
+  Then the initial bundle should be less than 250KB gzipped
+  And code splitting should be implemented for routes
+  And critical CSS should be inlined
+  And non-critical resources should be deferred
+```
+
+---
+
+## 📱 6. Mobile Experience Stories
+
+### Epic: Mobile-First Experience
+**Business Goal:** Deliver excellent mobile experience for on-the-go users
+**Success Metrics:** 4.5+ mobile app store rating, 60% mobile usage
+
+#### US-MOBILE-001: Responsive Mobile Interface
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 8 | **Sprint:** 7
+
+**User Story:**
+As a user accessing the platform on my mobile device
+I want the interface to be fully functional and easy to use
+So that I can accomplish all tasks regardless of device
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Mobile Navigation
+  Given I am using the platform on a mobile device
+  When I navigate through the application
+  Then all navigation elements should be touch-friendly
+  And menus should be easily accessible
+  And I should be able to reach all functionality
+  And the interface should work in both portrait and landscape
+
+Scenario: Touch Interactions
+  Given I am using touch gestures on mobile
+  When I interact with interface elements
+  Then tap targets should be at least 44px in size
+  And swipe gestures should work where appropriate
+  And pinch-to-zoom should be disabled on form inputs
+  And long-press actions should have clear feedback
+
+Scenario: Mobile Form Interactions
+  Given I am filling out forms on mobile
+  When I interact with form fields
+  Then the correct keyboard should appear for each field type
+  And form validation should work on mobile
+  And error messages should be clearly visible
+  And form submission should work reliably
+```
+
+---
+
+## 🔍 7. Search & Discovery Stories
+
+### Epic: Advanced Search Functionality
+**Business Goal:** Help users quickly find relevant content and features
+**Success Metrics:** 85% search success rate, <1s search response time
+
+#### US-SEARCH-001: Intelligent Search Implementation
+**Priority:** Medium | **Points:** 8 | **Sprint:** 8
+
+**User Story:**
+As a user with lots of content in the platform
+I want to search intelligently across all my data
+So that I can quickly find exactly what I'm looking for
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Basic Text Search
+  Given I have content in the platform
+  When I enter a search query
+  Then I should see relevant results within 1 second
+  And results should be ranked by relevance
+  And I should see search result snippets
+  And I should be able to filter results by type
+
+Scenario: Advanced Search Features
+  Given I want to perform a complex search
+  When I use advanced search options
+  Then I should be able to search by date range
+  And I should be able to search by specific fields
+  And I should be able to use boolean operators
+  And I should be able to save search queries
+
+Scenario: Search Auto-completion
+  Given I am typing in the search box
+  When I start typing a query
+  Then I should see auto-complete suggestions
+  And suggestions should update in real-time
+  And I should be able to select suggestions with keyboard
+  And recent searches should appear in suggestions
+```
+
+---
+
+## 🎨 8. User Experience Enhancement Stories
+
+### Epic: Accessibility & Usability
+**Business Goal:** Ensure platform is accessible to all users including those with disabilities
+**Success Metrics:** WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, 95% usability test success rate
+
+#### US-UX-001: Accessibility Compliance Implementation
+**Priority:** High | **Points:** 13 | **Sprint:** 9-10
+
+**User Story:**
+As a user with accessibility needs
+I want the platform to be fully accessible with assistive technologies
+So that I can use all features regardless of my abilities
+
+**Acceptance Criteria:**
+```gherkin
+Scenario: Screen Reader Compatibility
+  Given I am using a screen reader
+  When I navigate through the platform
+  Then all content should be properly announced
+  And navigation should be logical and predictable
+  And form labels should be clearly associated
+  And error messages should be announced immediately
+
+Scenario: Keyboard Navigation
+  Given I am navigating using only the keyboard
+  When I move through the interface
+  Then all interactive elements should be reachable
+  And focus indicators should be clearly visible
+  And keyboard shortcuts should work consistently
+  And tab order should be logical
+
+Scenario: Color and Contrast Accessibility
+  Given I have visual impairments
+  When I view the platform
+  Then color contrast should meet WCAG AA standards
+  And information should not rely solely on color
+  And text should be resizable up to 200%
+  And focus indicators should have sufficient contrast
+```
+
+---
+
+## 📈 9. Story Metrics & Tracking
+
+### 9.1 Story Lifecycle Metrics
+| Metric | Target | Current | Tracking Method |
+|--------|--------|---------|----------------|
+| **Story Completion Rate** | 95% | 92% | Sprint retrospectives |
+| **Average Story Points** | 5 | 6.2 | JIRA tracking |
+| **Stories per Sprint** | 15-20 | 18 | Velocity tracking |
+| **Acceptance Criteria Coverage** | 100% | 98% | QA validation |
+| **Story Refinement Time** | <2 hours | 1.5 hours | Time tracking |
+
+### 9.2 Quality Assurance Integration
+**Story Testing Requirements:**
+- Unit tests for all new functionality (90%+ coverage)
+- Integration tests for cross-component features
+- End-to-end tests for complete user workflows
+- Accessibility testing for UI changes
+- Performance testing for data-heavy features
+
+**Definition of Done Checklist:**
+- [ ] All acceptance criteria met and verified
+- [ ] Code review completed and approved
+- [ ] Unit tests written and passing
+- [ ] Integration tests passing
+- [ ] Manual testing completed
+- [ ] Accessibility requirements verified
+- [ ] Performance benchmarks met
+- [ ] Documentation updated
+- [ ] Product owner acceptance obtained
+
+### 9.3 Story Estimation Guidelines
+**Fibonacci Scale Reference:**
+- **1 Point:** Simple configuration change or copy update
+- **2 Points:** Basic form field addition or minor UI tweak
+- **3 Points:** New page with basic functionality
+- **5 Points:** Complex form with validation and integrations
+- **8 Points:** New feature with multiple components
+- **13 Points:** Major feature requiring architecture changes
+
+**Estimation Factors:**
+- Complexity of business logic
+- Number of integration points
+- UI/UX complexity
+- Testing requirements
+- Risk and uncertainty level
+
+---
+
+## 🔄 10. Story Refinement Process
+
+### 10.1 Backlog Grooming Workflow
+**Weekly Refinement Schedule:**
+- **Monday:** Epic breakdown and story creation
+- **Wednesday:** Story detail refinement and acceptance criteria
+- **Friday:** Estimation and sprint planning preparation
+
+**Refinement Activities:**
+1. **Story Splitting:** Break large stories into deliverable chunks
+2. **Acceptance Criteria Definition:** Clear, testable requirements
+3. **Dependency Identification:** Prerequisites and blockers
+4. **Risk Assessment:** Technical and business risks
+5. **Estimation:** Team-based story point assignment
+
+### 10.2 Story Template Validation
+**Quality Checklist:**
+- [ ] User persona clearly identified
+- [ ] Business value articulated
+- [ ] Acceptance criteria follow Given/When/Then format
+- [ ] Story is independent and testable
+- [ ] Appropriate size for single sprint
+- [ ] Dependencies documented
+- [ ] Non-functional requirements specified
+
+### 10.3 Continuous Improvement
+**Story Retrospective Questions:**
+- Which stories took longer than estimated and why?
+- Were acceptance criteria clear and complete?
+- What caused rework or story rejection?
+- How can we improve story definition quality?
+- Are we maintaining consistent velocity?
+
+---
+
+**📝 User Story Success Metrics:**
+- Story completion rate: 95%+
+- Estimation accuracy: ±20%
+- Acceptance criteria clarity: 100% testable
+- Defect rate: <5% per story
+- Team satisfaction: 8.5+/10
+
+**Next Steps:** Transform user stories into detailed acceptance criteria (11_acceptance_criteria.md) and break down into development tasks (03_generate_tasks.md).