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Sprint Backlog in the context of Scrum

Sprint Backlog in Scrum

The Sprint Backlog is a list of tasks identified by the Scrum Team to be completed during the Sprint. It is the subset of product backlog items, selected for implementation during a particular Sprint, along with a plan for delivering the product Increment and realizing the Sprint Goal.

Key Points:

  1. Dynamic Nature: The Sprint Backlog is a living document and can be updated as new information emerges or as priorities change.

  2. Owned by the Development Team: The Development Team is responsible for creating and managing the Sprint Backlog to meet the Sprint Goal.

  3. Visible and Transparent: The Sprint Backlog should be made visible to the entire Scrum Team, promoting transparency and alignment.

  4. Daily Scrums: The items in the Sprint Backlog are often discussed in the Daily Scrum to track progress and adapt the plan as needed.

  5. Sprint Goal Alignment: The Sprint Backlog items are chosen based on their relevance to achieving the Sprint Goal.

Benefits:

Resources:

  1. Scrum Guide by Scrum.org
  2. Agile Alliance
  3. Atlassian Agile Coach

Sprint Backlog in the context of Product Development (FLOW)

Sprint Backlog in Product Development (FLOW)

In Agile software development, the Sprint Backlog is a list of tasks and activities that the development team must complete during a specific Sprint. It is a subset of the Product Backlog items selected for that Sprint, along with the tasks necessary to complete those items.

Key Points about Sprint Backlog:

  1. Scope: The Sprint Backlog outlines the work that the team has committed to complete during the Sprint.

  2. Dynamic Nature: The contents of the Sprint Backlog can evolve throughout the Sprint as more details emerge or priorities shift.

  3. Ownership: The development team is responsible for deciding how to break down Product Backlog items into tasks and for delivering the Sprint Backlog commitments.

  4. Visibility: The Sprint Backlog is a visible, real-time representation of the work that is currently being worked on within the Sprint.

Benefits of Sprint Backlog:

Resources:

  1. Scrum Guide
  2. Agile Alliance
  3. Atlassian Agile resources

Sprint Backlog in the context of SAFe

Sprint Backlog in SAFe

In the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), the Sprint Backlog is a list of prioritized user stories or features that the Agile team agrees to complete during the upcoming Sprint. This backlog is owned and managed by the Agile team and is a subset of the Program Backlog.

Key aspects of the Sprint Backlog in SAFe:

  1. Owned by the Team: The Sprint Backlog is owned by the Agile team and reflects their commitment to deliver the selected work items within the Sprint.

  2. Dynamic and Time-Boxed: The Sprint Backlog is dynamic and can change throughout the Sprint as the team learns more or new priorities emerge. It is time-boxed to the duration of the Sprint.

  3. Driven by Prioritization: The items in the Sprint Backlog are prioritized by the team based on business value, dependencies, and other factors.

  4. Visible and Transparent: The Sprint Backlog is visible to all team members and stakeholders, promoting transparency and alignment.

  5. Completion Criteria: Each item in the Sprint Backlog should have clear completion criteria, agreed upon by the team, to ensure a shared understanding of when an item is done.

  6. Supports Inspect and Adapt: The Sprint Backlog supports the principle of Inspect and Adapt by enabling the team to review progress, adjust priorities, and course-correct as needed.

Resources:

  1. Scaled Agile Framework
  2. SAFe Sprint Planning
  3. SAFe Program Backlog

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