# Multimodal Generative AI for Story Point Estimation in Software Development

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2505.16290 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2505.16290/

## Key facts

- No citing papers in the map yet (data through 14 Oct 2026).
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- First posted on arXiv 22 May 2025.

## Builds on (most cited first, 10 of 10)

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## Abstract (arXiv)

This research explores the application of Multimodal Generative AI to enhance story point estimation in Agile software development. By integrating text, image, and categorical data using advanced models like BERT, CNN, and XGBoost, our approach surpasses the limitations of traditional single-modal estimation methods. The results demonstrate strong accuracy for simpler story points, while also highlighting challenges in more complex categories due to data imbalance. This study further explores the impact of categorical data, particularly severity, on the estimation process, emphasizing its influence on model performance. Our findings emphasize the transformative potential of multimodal data integration in refining AI-driven project management, paving the way for more precise, adaptable, and domain-specific AI capabilities. Additionally, this work outlines future directions for addressing data variability and enhancing the robustness of AI in Agile methodologies.