Definition of Done
The Definition of Done (DoD) is a critical concept in Scrum. It's a shared understanding of what it means for a task to be complete and ensures transparency and quality in the delivered product increment. The team agrees on the DoD and each item in the Sprint Backlog must meet this definition before it's considered 'done'. The DoD usually includes criteria like code is designed, built, tested, reviewed, and integrated, and documentation is updated.
Guide: Definition of Done in Scrum Meetings
The Definition of Done (DoD) is a critical aspect of Agile and Scrum methodology.
What it is: The Definition of Done is a shared understanding within the Scrum Team about what it means for work to be complete. This includes both the quality of the work and its functionality.
Why it's important: Having a clear Definition of Done helps ensure that everyone on the team is working towards the same goal, that tasks are fully finished, and that the product increment is potentially releasable. It helps prevent scope creep, incomplete work, and misunderstandings about expectations.
How it works: During Scrum Meetings, the team agrees on and commits to a Definition of Done for each user story. This could include things like writing code, conducting tests, getting approvals, and fixing bugs. As work on the story is finished, each aspect of the DoD needs to be checked off.
Exam Tips - Answering Questions on Definition of Done:
• Understand the purpose: Knowing why DoD is used will help you answer questions on its practical applications.
• Know how to apply it: Be familiar with how a DoD would be created and used within a Scrum team.
• Remember it's team-defined: The details will differ from team to team, so there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer.
• Keep it measurable: Every item in a DoD should be something that can be objectively determined as done or not done.
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