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What does "epic" mean in programming?
epic is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A large body of work that can be broken down into smaller stories and tasks. An epic represents a significant feature or goal that typically spans multiple sprints. Epics help teams organize and plan large initiatives at a high level before breaking them into actionable stories.
Example
"The user authentication epic includes stories for login, registration, password reset, and OAuth."
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