Story 001: Publish and Discuss the RAISE Manifesto
As a person interested in story-first engineering and new approaches to building software, I want to easily read the RAISE Manifesto on a simple, accessible, and versioned website, So that I can understand its core principles and reflect on its ideas.
Acceptance Criteria
- The RAISE Manifesto is published in a clear, readable format on a standalone website.
- The site is simple, fast, and works on any device.
- No login or account is required to read the manifesto.
- The site displays a date-based version for the manifesto (using the last updated date), reflecting its status as a living artifact.
- The site reflects the RAISE values of simplicity, transparency, humility, and bravery.
- The website meets high accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 Level AA or higher), ensuring a world-class experience for screen reader users.
Story 002: Display Author Information
As a reader of the RAISE Manifesto, I want to understand who is behind the manifesto, So that I can know the context of its creation and the perspective of the author(s).
Acceptance Criteria
- The site includes a clearly identifiable section for "Who We Are" (author bio).
- This section provides a short bio as specified in the design document (e.g., brief, text-only, 2-4 sentences).
- The presentation of this section is de-emphasized compared to the main manifesto content, adhering to the site's design principles for modesty and simplicity.
- The section is located on the main page, after the manifesto text and before the Example Projects section, accessible via scrolling.
Implementation Notes
- This feature enhances transparency and builds trust with readers.
- Adheres to our "Human-first, always" principle by showing the human creators behind the methodology
- Maintains the site's minimalist aesthetic while providing important context
Story 003: Add a Blog Section to the Site
As a visitor to the site, I want to be able to access a "Blog" section so that I can read news, updates, and articles related to the project, all in one place without needing to search through external sites or social media.
Acceptance Criteria
- There is a clear and accessible "Blog" link in the main navigation on the homepage.
- The Blog section displays a list of posts, each with a title, date, and short summary.
- Clicking on a blog post shows the full content of that post on its own page.
- Blog posts are easy to read and formatted consistently.
- The blog is publicly accessible and does not require any login.
- The blog and its posts are created and updated by simply adding or editing HTML files in the GitHub repository (no CMS or static site generator used).
- The blog section works seamlessly within the existing design and layout of the website.
Value Statement
Adding a blog section enhances the site's ability to share updates, insights, and knowledge with its audience, fostering greater engagement and keeping visitors informed about project developments.