Scrum Framework

The Scrum Framework is an agile methodology that provides a structured yet flexible approach to product development. At its core, Scrum divides work into fixed-length iterations called Sprints, typically lasting 1-4 weeks, where teams commit to delivering a potentially shippable product increment. Scrum defines three key roles: 1. Product Owner - Represents stakeholders, manages the product backlog, and maximizes value 2. Scrum Master - Serves as a servant-leader who facilitates the process, removes impediments, and ensures Scrum practices are followed 3. Development Team - Self-organizing, cross-functional professionals who do the work of creating the product increment The framework includes five formal events: 1. Sprint - The time-boxed iteration where work is completed 2. Sprint Planning - Meeting to define what can be delivered and how the work will be achieved 3. Daily Scrum - 15-minute synchronization meeting for the team to coordinate activities 4. Sprint Review - Session to inspect the increment and adapt the product backlog 5. Sprint Retrospective - Opportunity for the team to inspect itself and create improvements Scrum also defines three artifacts: 1. Product Backlog - Ordered list of everything needed in the product 2. Sprint Backlog - Set of Product Backlog items selected for the Sprint 3. Increment - Sum of all Product Backlog items completed during a Sprint The framework is governed by empirical process control, which relies on transparency, inspection, and adaptation. Teams use visual management tools like burndown charts and Kanban boards to create transparency. Scrum emphasizes values of commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect. It promotes iterative progress, continuous improvement, and responding to change over following a fixed plan.

The Scrum Framework is an agile methodology that provides a structured yet flexible approach to product development. At its core, Scrum divides work into fixed-length iterations called Sprints, typic…

Concepts covered: Product Increment, Daily Scrum, Sprints, Sprint Retrospective, Scrum Team, Scrum Master, Scrum Values, Product Backlog, Product Owner, Definition of Done, User Stories, Scrum Artifacts, Scrum Events, Sprint Review