Scrum
Scrum is an iterative method of product development.
The work is done in cycles, with regular re-prioritisation.
The point of Scrum, or any iterative product development,
is to ensure the most valuable work is completed by the project’s end.
Backlog -> Sprint Backlog -> Sprint -> Shippable product -> Review and retro
The Product Backlog is a wishlist of work to be done.
It is owned and managed by the Product Owner.
The Sprint Backlog is a to-do list,
and is owned by the Team.
The Sprint is a period of time where the team
actually does the work, selected from the Sprint Backlog.
A Sprint is usually 1 or 2 weeks long.
Each Sprint should result in a Shippable Product,
which is an outcome which can be shared with the client.
The team’s Retrospective helps them to discuss how the sprint went,
and whether any improvements could be considered for next sprint.
This cycle repeats until the project reaches its end.
The “end” of a project could be defined as:
- The Product Backlog has been completed
- There is no budget remaining
- A deadline has been reached
What we learned
- Scrum
is an iterative development method
- Sprints
Work is divided into a series of timeboxed sprints
- Shippable Product
Critial work goes first, and the product evolves through usable forms.