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+# Story 17.4: Backlog-to-Sprint Workflow
+
+Status: review
+
+<!-- Note: Validation is optional. Run validate-create-story for quality check before dev-story. -->
+
+## Story
+
+As a **Scrum Master**,
+I want a workflow to move items from the backlog into a sprint,
+So that I can populate sprints by selecting prioritized items across epics.
+
+## Acceptance Criteria
+
+1. **Given** the backlog contains unassigned items (no `sprint` field or `sprint: null`),
+   **When** the Scrum Master invokes the assign-to-sprint workflow,
+   **Then** it displays the active or planning sprint and its current capacity usage,
+   **And** shows the top N unassigned backlog items in priority order,
+   **And** the Scrum Master selects which items to add.
+
+2. **Given** the Scrum Master selects items for the sprint,
+   **When** the items are assigned,
+   **Then** each item's `sprint` field in `backlog.yaml` is set to the sprint ID,
+   **And** the sprint file's `items` array is updated with the new IDs,
+   **And** the workflow validates that capacity is not exceeded — warns if over capacity.
+
+3. **Given** the workflow is invoked via menu or slash command,
+   **When** it executes,
+   **Then** it works identically in both invocation modes (NFR19).
+
+## Tasks / Subtasks
+
+- [x] Task 1: Rework add-to-sprint SKILL.md to use backlog + sprint model (AC: #1, #2, #3)
+  - [x] 1.1: Rewrite `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md` — replace the entire workflow with the new model. The current workflow reads from `sprint-status.yaml` and `sprint-plan-*.yaml` — the new version reads from `backlog.yaml` and `sprints/sprint-*.yaml`.
+  - [x] 1.2: Update YAML frontmatter triggers (keep existing triggers: "add to sprint", "assign to sprint")
+  - [x] 1.3: Implement new workflow steps:
+
+    **Step 1: Load backlog and identify unassigned items**
+    - Read `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/backlog.yaml`
+    - Filter items where `sprint` is `null` (unassigned)
+    - Sort by `priority` ascending (highest priority first)
+    - If no unassigned items: display "All backlog items are assigned to sprints" and exit
+
+    **Step 2: Load sprints and select target**
+    - Glob `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/sprints/sprint-*.yaml` to find all sprint files
+    - If no sprint files found: display "No sprints exist. Run `/add-sprint` first." and exit
+    - Read each sprint file; extract: id, name, status, capacity, items count
+    - Display sprints table sorted by status (`active` first, then `planning`, then `closed`)
+    - If exactly one `active` sprint exists: auto-select it, confirm with user
+    - If no `active` sprint but `planning` sprints exist: prompt user to select
+    - Closed sprints are shown but not selectable
+
+    **Step 3: Display sprint capacity and unassigned items**
+    - Calculate: assigned = length of sprint.items, remaining = capacity - assigned
+    - Display sprint capacity bar
+    - Display top 20 unassigned backlog items (or all if fewer than 20) with columns: #, ID, Title, Type, Priority, Severity (bugs only)
+    - If remaining capacity <= 0: warn "Sprint is at capacity" but allow override
+
+    **Step 4: Select items to assign**
+    - Prompt: "Select items to add (comma-separated numbers, 'all' for all shown, or 'q' to cancel)"
+    - If 'q': exit without changes
+    - Validate selections are valid numbers from the displayed list
+
+    **Step 5: Capacity check and assignment**
+    - For each selected item, check if adding would exceed capacity
+    - If over capacity: warn with exact count, offer [a]dd anyway / [s]kip this item / [q]uit
+    - For each confirmed item:
+      - Add item ID to sprint file's `items` array
+      - Set item's `sprint` field in `backlog.yaml` to sprint ID
+      - Update sprint file's `last_modified` timestamp
+
+    **Step 6: Persist and report**
+    - Write updated `backlog.yaml` (preserving all fields, only `sprint` changed for assigned items)
+    - Write updated sprint file (with new items and last_modified)
+    - Display summary: items assigned, new capacity usage, remaining slots
+
+- [x] Task 2: Update bmad-skill-manifest.yaml (AC: #3)
+  - [x] 2.1: Verify/update `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/bmad-skill-manifest.yaml` description to reflect new model
+
+- [x] Task 3: Update module-help.csv (AC: #3)
+  - [x] 3.1: Update the `add-to-sprint` row in `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv`:
+    - Update `output-location` from `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts` to `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts` (unchanged path but now writes to both backlog.yaml and sprints/)
+    - Update `description` to: "Assign backlog items to a sprint from flat prioritized backlog."
+
+- [x] Task 4: Sync or remove legacy workflow.md (AC: #3)
+  - [x] 4.1: `lib/bmad-extension/workflows/add-to-sprint/workflow.md` is a legacy copy. Either:
+    - Delete it if SKILL.md is the sole source of truth (verify via module-help.csv `skill:add-to-sprint` resolution)
+    - Or add a redirect note: "This workflow has moved to `skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md`"
+
+- [x] Task 5: Update guardrails (AC: #2)
+  - [x] 5.1: Update `sprint-management-guardrails.md` Data Authority Rules:
+    - `backlog.yaml` is now written by add-to-sprint (sets `sprint` field)
+    - Sprint files under `sprints/` are now written by add-to-sprint (appends to `items` array)
+  - [x] 5.2: Document the dual-write contract: when assigning an item, BOTH `backlog.yaml` AND the sprint file must be updated atomically (within same workflow invocation). If one fails, the other must be rolled back or the user must be warned.
+
+- [x] Task 6: Verify (AC: #1, #2, #3)
+  - [x] 6.1: Trace SKILL.md — confirm all paths read from `backlog.yaml` and `sprints/sprint-*.yaml` (never from `sprint-plan-*.yaml` or `sprint-status.yaml`)
+  - [x] 6.2: Verify capacity enforcement: warn when exceeding, allow override
+  - [x] 6.3: Verify dual-write: both backlog.yaml `sprint` field and sprint file `items` array are updated
+  - [x] 6.4: Verify `last_modified` timestamp is updated on sprint file
+  - [x] 6.5: Verify item IDs in sprint `items` array follow the Item ID Format Contract from Story 17.1
+  - [x] 6.6: Verify closed sprints are not selectable as targets
+
+## Dev Notes
+
+### Architecture Compliance
+
+- **SKILL.md is the authoritative file:** `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md` is resolved by `skill:add-to-sprint` in module-help.csv
+- **Extension module pattern:** Skill lives in `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/`
+- **Dual-write pattern:** This workflow writes to TWO files per assignment — `backlog.yaml` and `sprints/sprint-{id}.yaml`. Both must be consistent.
+- **No sprint-status.yaml writes:** This workflow does NOT touch sprint-status.yaml. That file is derived (Story 17.8).
+
+### Data Flow
+
+```
+READ:  backlog.yaml → unassigned items (sprint: null)
+READ:  sprints/sprint-*.yaml → available sprints + capacity
+WRITE: backlog.yaml → set sprint field on assigned items
+WRITE: sprints/sprint-{id}.yaml → append to items array, update last_modified
+```
+
+### What Changes from Current add-to-sprint
+
+| Aspect | Current (Epic 12) | New (Epic 17) |
+|---|---|---|
+| Item source | sprint-status.yaml + bug-*.md glob | backlog.yaml (single source) |
+| Sprint source | sprint-plan-*.yaml | sprints/sprint-*.yaml |
+| Sprint discovery glob | `sprint-plan-*.yaml` | `sprints/sprint-*.yaml` |
+| Assignment tracking | Only in sprint-plan file | Both backlog.yaml and sprint file |
+| Prioritization | Multi-criteria analysis in workflow | Pre-computed priority in backlog.yaml |
+| Unassigned filter | Cross-reference all sprint files | Simple: `sprint: null` in backlog.yaml |
+
+### Impact on Other Epic 17 Stories
+
+- **17.1 (Sprint Entity):** Provides the sprint file format this story writes to
+- **17.2 (Flat Backlog):** Provides the backlog.yaml format this story reads/writes
+- **17.5 (Sprint-to-Backlog):** Inverse operation — removes items this story assigns
+- **17.6 (Done Item Cleanup):** Removes done items from both backlog and sprint files
+- **17.8 (Sprint Status Display):** Reads the sprint files this story writes
+
+### Critical Guardrails (Story-Specific)
+
+- Do NOT modify any files under `_bmad/bmm/workflows/` or `_bmad/core/`
+- Do NOT add npm dependencies
+- Do NOT modify `lib/installer.js`, `lib/agents.js`, or `bin/cli.js`
+- Do NOT modify `sprint-status.yaml` — it is derived and read-only from this workflow
+- Do NOT read from `sprint-plan-*.yaml` (old format) — use `sprints/sprint-*.yaml` exclusively
+- ALWAYS update both `backlog.yaml` AND the sprint file when assigning items
+- ALWAYS update `last_modified` on the sprint file after modification
+- Item IDs in sprint `items` array MUST follow the Item ID Format Contract: `{epic}-{story}-{slug}` for stories, `BUG-{slug}` for bugs
+- Closed sprints MUST NOT be selectable as assignment targets
+- **Modify SKILL.md, not just workflow.md** — SKILL.md is the file invoked by skill resolution
+
+### Project Structure Notes
+
+- **Files to modify (primary):**
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md` — complete rewrite to new model **(authoritative)**
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/bmad-skill-manifest.yaml` — verify/update description
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv` — update add-to-sprint description
+  - `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/sprint-management-guardrails.md` — update data authority rules
+- **Files to modify (cleanup):**
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/workflows/add-to-sprint/workflow.md` — delete or add redirect note
+- **Files NOT to touch:**
+  - `sprint-status.yaml` (derived, read-only)
+  - `sprint-plan-*.yaml` (old format, deprecated)
+  - Any files under `_bmad/` or `lib/installer.js`
+
+### References
+
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/epics.md#Epic 17, Story 17.4] — Story requirements and acceptance criteria
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/prd.md#FR69] — Workflow to move items from backlog into sprint
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/prd.md#FR66] — Sprint capacity as item count
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/prd.md#NFR19] — Menu + slash command invocation
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/17-1-sprint-entity-model.md] — Sprint YAML schema, Item ID Format Contract, capacity enforcement
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/17-2-flat-backlog-model.md] — Backlog YAML schema, sprint field contract
+- [Source: lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md] — Current workflow to rewrite
+- [Source: lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv] — Workflow registration (skill:add-to-sprint)
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/done/12-2-add-to-sprint-workflow.md] — Original Epic 12 story for reference
+
+### Git Intelligence
+
+Recent commits show Epic 15/16 patterns:
+- Conventional commit format: `feat(epic-17): story 17-4 backlog-to-sprint workflow`
+- Complete SKILL.md rewrites are acceptable when the model fundamentally changes
+
+## Change Log
+
+- 2026-03-30: Story implemented — rewrote add-to-sprint SKILL.md for new backlog+sprint model with dual-write contract.
+
+## Dev Agent Record
+
+### Agent Model Used
+
+Claude Opus 4.6 (1M context)
+
+### Debug Log References
+
+None — clean implementation.
+
+### Completion Notes List
+
+Rewrote add-to-sprint SKILL.md for new backlog+sprint model. Replaced legacy workflow.md with redirect. Updated module-help.csv description. Updated guardrails with dual-write contract.
+
+### File List
+
+- `lib/bmad-extension/skills/add-to-sprint/SKILL.md` (rewritten)
+- `lib/bmad-extension/workflows/add-to-sprint/workflow.md` (replaced with redirect)
+- `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv` (modified)
+- `sprint-management-guardrails.md` (modified)

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+# Story 17.5: Sprint-to-Backlog Workflow
+
+Status: review
+
+<!-- Note: Validation is optional. Run validate-create-story for quality check before dev-story. -->
+
+## Story
+
+As a **Scrum Master**,
+I want a workflow to move items from a sprint back to the backlog,
+So that I can adjust sprint scope when priorities change without losing the item.
+
+## Acceptance Criteria
+
+1. **Given** a sprint has assigned items,
+   **When** the Scrum Master invokes the remove-from-sprint workflow,
+   **Then** it displays the sprint's currently assigned items,
+   **And** the Scrum Master selects which items to remove.
+
+2. **Given** items are removed from the sprint,
+   **When** the removal completes,
+   **Then** the item's `sprint` field in `backlog.yaml` is cleared (set to `null`),
+   **And** the item is removed from the sprint file's `items` array,
+   **And** the item's status is NOT changed — it retains its current status (e.g., stays `ready-for-dev`),
+   **And** the item remains in the backlog at its current priority position.
+
+## Tasks / Subtasks
+
+- [x] Task 1: Decide implementation location (AC: #1, #2)
+  - [x] 1.1: Evaluate whether to rework the existing `modify-sprint` skill or create a new `remove-from-sprint` skill:
+    - **Option A (Recommended):** Create new `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/SKILL.md` — focused, single-purpose workflow aligned with FR129
+    - **Option B:** Add remove capability to `modify-sprint` — but modify-sprint already handles add/remove/capacity/metadata and will need its own rework for the new sprint model
+    - **Decision:** Use **Option A** — a dedicated skill is cleaner and avoids coupling the remove operation to the larger modify-sprint rework
+  - [x] 1.2: If Option A, also add a deprecation/update note to `modify-sprint` SKILL.md indicating that item removal is now handled by `/remove-from-sprint`
+
+- [x] Task 2: Create remove-from-sprint SKILL.md (AC: #1, #2)
+  - [x] 2.1: Create skill package at `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/SKILL.md` with YAML frontmatter:
+    ```yaml
+    ---
+    name: remove-from-sprint
+    description: Remove items from a sprint and return them to the unassigned backlog
+    type: skill
+    triggers:
+      - "remove from sprint"
+      - "unassign from sprint"
+    ---
+    ```
+  - [x] 2.2: Create `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/bmad-skill-manifest.yaml`
+  - [x] 2.3: Implement workflow steps:
+
+    **Step 1: Select sprint**
+    - Glob `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/sprints/sprint-*.yaml` to find all sprint files
+    - If no sprint files: display "No sprints exist." and exit
+    - Read each sprint file; display table: #, Sprint Name, Status, Items Count
+    - Filter to sprints with at least 1 item (empty sprints have nothing to remove)
+    - If no sprints have items: display "No sprints have assigned items." and exit
+    - Prompt user to select a sprint
+    - Store selected sprint and its `last_modified` for concurrency guard
+
+    **Step 2: Display assigned items**
+    - Read `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/backlog.yaml`
+    - For each item ID in the sprint's `items` array, look up details from backlog.yaml: title, type, status, priority
+    - If an item ID is in the sprint but NOT in the backlog (data inconsistency): display with warning marker and raw ID
+    - Display items table: #, ID, Title, Type, Status, Priority
+
+    **Step 3: Select items to remove**
+    - Prompt: "Select items to remove (comma-separated numbers, 'all' to remove all, or 'q' to cancel)"
+    - If 'q': exit without changes
+    - Validate selections
+
+    **Step 4: Confirm removal**
+    - Display selected items for confirmation
+    - Emphasize: "Item status will NOT change — items retain their current status"
+    - Prompt: "[y] Confirm removal / [n] Cancel / [e] Edit selection"
+    - If 'n': exit without changes
+    - If 'e': go back to Step 3
+
+    **Step 5: Concurrency guard**
+    - Re-read sprint file and check `last_modified` against stored value
+    - If changed: warn about conflict, offer [o]verwrite / [r]eload / [x]cancel (same pattern as modify-sprint)
+
+    **Step 6: Persist changes**
+    - For each confirmed item:
+      - Remove item ID from sprint file's `items` array
+      - Set item's `sprint` field in `backlog.yaml` to `null`
+      - Do NOT change item's `status` field (AC #2 — status preserved)
+    - Update sprint file's `last_modified` timestamp
+    - Write updated sprint file
+    - Write updated backlog.yaml
+    - Display summary: items removed, new sprint capacity usage
+
+- [x] Task 3: Register in module-help.csv (AC: #1)
+  - [x] 3.1: Add row to `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv`:
+    ```
+    ma-skills,4-implementation,Remove from Sprint,remove-from-sprint,,skill:remove-from-sprint,remove-from-sprint,false,bmm-sm,,"Remove items from a sprint and return to unassigned backlog.",_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts,"sprint plan",
+    ```
+
+- [x] Task 4: Update modify-sprint with cross-reference (AC: #1)
+  - [x] 4.1: Add note at the top of `lib/bmad-extension/skills/modify-sprint/SKILL.md`:
+    ```
+    <!-- NOTE: Item removal from sprints is now handled by /remove-from-sprint (Story 17.5).
+         The "Remove item" option in this workflow's menu is superseded.
+         This workflow will be fully reworked when converted to the new sprint model. -->
+    ```
+
+- [x] Task 5: Update guardrails (AC: #2)
+  - [x] 5.1: Add to `sprint-management-guardrails.md`: "remove-from-sprint writes to both `backlog.yaml` (clears sprint field) and `sprints/sprint-{id}.yaml` (removes from items array) — dual-write contract same as add-to-sprint"
+  - [x] 5.2: Document invariant: removing an item from a sprint NEVER changes the item's status
+
+- [x] Task 6: Verify (AC: #1, #2)
+  - [x] 6.1: Trace SKILL.md — confirm all paths read from `backlog.yaml` and `sprints/sprint-*.yaml`
+  - [x] 6.2: Verify dual-write: both backlog.yaml `sprint` field cleared and sprint file `items` array updated
+  - [x] 6.3: Verify status preservation: item status is NEVER modified by this workflow
+  - [x] 6.4: Verify concurrency guard: checks `last_modified` before writing
+  - [x] 6.5: Verify `last_modified` timestamp is updated on sprint file after removal
+  - [x] 6.6: Verify backlog priority is preserved (items stay at same priority position)
+
+## Dev Notes
+
+### Architecture Compliance
+
+- **SKILL.md is the authoritative file:** New skill at `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/SKILL.md`
+- **Extension module pattern:** Skill lives in `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/`
+- **Dual-write pattern:** Same as Story 17.4 — writes to both `backlog.yaml` and sprint file
+- **Concurrency guard:** Same pattern as `modify-sprint` — check `last_modified` before writing
+- **Status invariant:** This workflow NEVER modifies item status. This is a hard constraint from FR129.
+
+### Data Flow
+
+```
+READ:  sprints/sprint-*.yaml → sprint list with items
+READ:  backlog.yaml → item details (title, type, status, priority)
+WRITE: sprints/sprint-{id}.yaml → remove from items array, update last_modified
+WRITE: backlog.yaml → clear sprint field on removed items
+```
+
+### Inverse of Story 17.4
+
+This is the exact inverse operation of Story 17.4 (Backlog-to-Sprint):
+- 17.4: sets `sprint` field, appends to sprint `items`
+- 17.5: clears `sprint` field, removes from sprint `items`
+
+Both follow the same dual-write pattern and concurrency guard.
+
+### Impact on Other Epic 17 Stories
+
+- **17.1 (Sprint Entity):** Sprint file format this story reads/writes
+- **17.2 (Flat Backlog):** Backlog format this story reads/writes
+- **17.4 (Backlog-to-Sprint):** Inverse operation
+- **17.6 (Done Item Cleanup):** Different removal path — 17.6 removes done items permanently, 17.5 returns items to unassigned backlog
+- **17.8 (Sprint Status Display):** Reads sprint files modified by this story
+
+### Critical Guardrails (Story-Specific)
+
+- Do NOT modify any files under `_bmad/bmm/workflows/` or `_bmad/core/`
+- Do NOT add npm dependencies
+- Do NOT modify `lib/installer.js`, `lib/agents.js`, or `bin/cli.js`
+- Do NOT modify `sprint-status.yaml` — it is derived and read-only
+- Do NOT change item status when removing from sprint (FR129 — status preserved)
+- Do NOT change item priority when removing from sprint (position preserved)
+- ALWAYS update both `backlog.yaml` AND the sprint file when removing items
+- ALWAYS update `last_modified` on the sprint file after modification
+- ALWAYS check concurrency guard before writing to sprint file
+
+### Project Structure Notes
+
+- **Files to create:**
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/SKILL.md` — new skill (authoritative)
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/bmad-skill-manifest.yaml` — skill manifest
+- **Files to modify:**
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv` — add remove-from-sprint row
+  - `lib/bmad-extension/skills/modify-sprint/SKILL.md` — add cross-reference note only
+  - `_bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/sprint-management-guardrails.md` — document dual-write and status invariant
+- **Files NOT to touch:**
+  - `sprint-status.yaml` (derived, read-only)
+  - `sprint-plan-*.yaml` (old format, deprecated)
+  - Any files under `_bmad/` or `lib/installer.js`
+
+### References
+
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/epics.md#Epic 17, Story 17.5] — Story requirements and acceptance criteria
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/prd.md#FR129] — Move items from sprint back to backlog without status change
+- [Source: _bmad-output/planning-artifacts/prd.md#NFR19] — Menu + slash command invocation
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/17-1-sprint-entity-model.md] — Sprint YAML schema, concurrency guard pattern
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/17-2-flat-backlog-model.md] — Backlog YAML schema
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/17-4-backlog-to-sprint-workflow.md] — Inverse operation (assign to sprint)
+- [Source: lib/bmad-extension/skills/modify-sprint/SKILL.md] — Current modify-sprint with remove capability (to be superseded)
+- [Source: lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv] — Workflow registration
+- [Source: _bmad-output/implementation-artifacts/done/12-3-modify-sprint-workflow.md] — Original Epic 12 modify-sprint story
+
+### Git Intelligence
+
+Recent commits show Epic 15/16 patterns:
+- Conventional commit format: `feat(epic-17): story 17-5 sprint-to-backlog workflow`
+- New skill creation follows: SKILL.md + bmad-skill-manifest.yaml + module-help.csv registration
+
+## Change Log
+
+- 2026-03-30: Story implemented — created remove-from-sprint skill with dual-write contract and concurrency guard.
+
+## Dev Agent Record
+
+### Agent Model Used
+
+Claude Opus 4.6 (1M context)
+
+### Debug Log References
+
+None — clean implementation.
+
+### Completion Notes List
+
+Created remove-from-sprint skill (SKILL.md + manifest). Registered in module-help.csv. Added cross-reference note to modify-sprint SKILL.md. Updated guardrails with status invariant.
+
+### File List
+
+- `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/SKILL.md` (new)
+- `lib/bmad-extension/skills/remove-from-sprint/bmad-skill-manifest.yaml` (new)
+- `lib/bmad-extension/module-help.csv` (modified)
+- `lib/bmad-extension/skills/modify-sprint/SKILL.md` (modified)
+- `sprint-management-guardrails.md` (modified)