3.5.1. Task categories indicate that multiple tasks are grouped, narrowly defined

EXAMPLE 1

All tasks have category of ‘Set up web application’ [1,6]:

Task 1 — Install apache 2 on test host ithilien.

Task 2 — Install php5 on test host ithilien.

Task 3 — Install perl5 on test host ithilien.

Task 4 — Install tomcat on test host ithilien.

Task 5 — Install ant on test host ithilien.

Task 6 — Install latest Java5 SDK on test host ithilien.

Task 7 — Install Oracle Java/SDK on test host ithilien.

Task 8 — Configure cvs.

Task 9 — Checkout web app code from cvs.

Task 10 — Use ant and deploy code.

Task 11 — Confirm application is functioning correctly.

EXAMPLE 2

All tasks have category of ‘Party Preparation’:

Task 1 — Hire house cleaner for day before party.

Task 2 — Order flowers one week before party.

Task 3 — Order appetizers from deli one week before party.

Task 4 — Contact caterers about dinner options and make decision.

Task 5 — Send out invitations.

Task 6 — Contact rental store about chairs and tables.

Task 7 — Arrange babysitting for pets and kids (grandparents).