How to View and Understand Team Achievements in devActivity
devActivity's Achievements feature provides a powerful way to track and celebrate your team's contributions. This guide will walk you through accessing and understanding the Achievements table within your Retrospective Insights.
Accessing Achievements in Retrospective Insights
Follow these simple steps to view your team's earned achievements:
- Navigate to Analytics: From your devActivity dashboard, click on the 'Analytics' section in the main navigation.
- Select Retrospective Insights: Within the Analytics section, choose the 'Retrospective Insights - Details page' for the period you wish to review.
- Locate the Achievements Section: On the Retrospective Insights details page, scroll down or look for the dedicated 'Achievements' widget or section. The system automatically populates this table with all achievements earned by team members during the selected retrospective period.
Understanding Achievement Details
Once you've located the Achievements table, you'll see a structured overview of your team's recognition. The table includes the following columns:
- ACHIEVEMENT: This column displays a visual badge along with the achievement's title and a brief description. For example, you might see a teal hexagonal badge for "Roger That! First comment added" or a green badge for "Best Code Reviver Great Code Reviews."
- TYPE: Identifies the category of the achievement, such as 'One-time' (for unique milestones) or 'Custom' (for team-defined or recurring recognitions).
- ACHIEVER: Shows the avatar and name of the team member who earned the achievement, like 'Kevin Nguyen' or 'Michael Smith'.
- DATE: The specific date the achievement was earned (e.g., '23 Feb, 2026').
- XP EARNED: Displays the experience points awarded for the achievement, often within a distinct colored badge (e.g., '3 XP' in blue, '100 XP' in pink).
These details provide a transparent view of individual contributions and the recognition received, fostering a positive and productive team culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the Achievements feature in devActivity?
You can find the Achievements feature by navigating to the "Analytics" section and then selecting the "Retrospective Insights - Details page." The Achievements will be displayed as a dedicated widget or section on this page.
What do the different achievement types like "One-time" and "Custom" mean?
"One-time" achievements are typically awarded for reaching a specific milestone for the first time (e.g., first comment). "Custom" achievements are defined by your team or organization to recognize specific behaviors or contributions that align with your goals.
How are XP points calculated for achievements?
XP points are assigned to each achievement based on its significance and the effort it represents. The specific calculation and values are predefined within the devActivity system or can be customized for certain achievement types.
Can I see achievements from past retrospective periods?
The Achievements section typically displays awards earned during the current retrospective period. To view past achievements, you would generally need to navigate to the specific retrospective period's details page.
