Sprint Planning (simple)
Sprint Planning Meeting: At the start of each sprint, the team meets to plan the work for the upcoming sprint. They discuss and select items from the product backlog to work on and create a sprint backlog.
10'
Introduction and Overview
Start the workshop by introducing the purpose of the sprint planning meeting. Explain that the team will be discussing and selecting items from the product backlog to work on in the upcoming sprint. Provide an overview of the agenda for the meeting.
Tips : Make sure to set a positive and collaborative tone for the meeting. Encourage active participation from all team members.
Outcome : Participants will understand the purpose of the sprint planning meeting and have a clear idea of what will be covered in the workshop.
20'
Review Product Backlog
In this sequence, the team will review the product backlog. Present each item in the backlog and provide a brief description. Encourage the team to ask questions and seek clarification if needed. Discuss the priority of each item and consider any dependencies or constraints.
Tips : Encourage open and honest communication during the backlog review. Ensure that everyone's input is valued and considered.
Outcome : Participants will have a clear understanding of the items in the product backlog and their priority.
15'
Select Items for Sprint
In this sequence, the team will discuss and select items from the product backlog to work on in the upcoming sprint. Consider the team's capacity and the estimated effort required for each item. Prioritize the items based on business value and feasibility.
Tips : Encourage the team to collaborate and reach a consensus on the selection of items. Consider using techniques like dot voting or fist of five to facilitate decision-making.
Outcome : Participants will have a finalized list of items to be included in the sprint backlog.
15'
Create Sprint Backlog
In this sequence, the team will create the sprint backlog. Break down the selected items into smaller tasks and estimate the effort required for each task. Assign tasks to team members based on their skills and availability. Ensure that the sprint backlog is realistic and achievable within the sprint duration.
Tips : Encourage the team to collaborate and distribute the workload evenly. Use tools like a whiteboard or project management software to visualize and track the sprint backlog.
Outcome : Participants will have a detailed sprint backlog with assigned tasks and estimated effort.