Pattern-Based Automation of User Stories and Gherkin Scenarios from BPMN Models for Agile Requirement
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Abstract
This study enhances agile development by integrating BPMN modeling with automated functional requirements elicitation. It focuses on extracting user stories and Gherkin scenarios from BPMN process models using transformation patterns and templates. A tool was developed to automate this process, validated through qualitative expert evaluation, confirming its utility and accuracy. The approach enhances organizational communication and collaboration between business and information technology teams, improving efficiency in requirements elicitation. Future enhancements aim to broaden transformation patterns and tool functionalities to encompass additional BPMN artifacts. This study emphasizes innovation in bridging business process modeling and agile development, highlighting advancements in automating requirements elicitation.
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OpenAlex topics: Business Process Modeling and Analysis · Service-Oriented Architecture and Web Services · Information Technology Governance and Strategy
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Affiliations
Department of Informatics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
Department of Administration, Graduate Program in Administration, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50670-901, PE, Brazil
Funding
CNPq · FCT.IP
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