Agile Planning & Delivery Flashcards

What is the purpose of a product backlog in Agile?

Answer: Captures prioritized user requirements

The product backlog is a prioritized list of work that provides clarity on what needs to be developed to meet stakeholder expectations.

Which metric is commonly used to track Agile team progress?

Answer: Burndown chart

A burndown chart visually represents remaining work versus time, helping teams track sprint progress and detect delays early.

How is velocity used in Agile planning?

Answer: To forecast work capacity for sprints

Velocity indicates how much work a team can handle in a sprint, allowing for better forecasting of future work completion.

What is a sprint goal?

Answer: A summary of planned sprint outcomes

A sprint goal provides direction and purpose, helping the team stay focused on delivering specific value within a sprint.

Which event is used to adapt the upcoming work in Agile?

Answer: Sprint planning

Sprint planning allows teams to discuss priorities and commit to delivering a set of backlog items during the sprint.

What does incremental delivery mean in Agile?

Answer: Delivering work in usable parts over time

Incremental delivery involves releasing small, functional pieces of the product, which allows for faster feedback and continuous improvement.