Lecture 02 – SPRINT PLANNING MEETING
THE SPRINT PLANNING
In this lecture, we delve into the heart of Sprint Planning Meetings, essential gatherings that set the stage for successful sprint execution. Discover the intricacies of sprint planning, from defining sprint goals and selecting backlog items to estimating effort and creating a cohesive plan of action. Gain practical insights into facilitating productive sprint planning meetings and empowering teams to deliver value with focus and clarity.
The Sprint Planning Meeting
Sprint Planning Meeting is a Scrum event that marks the beginning of a sprint, where the Product Owner and development team collaborate to define the sprint goal and select backlog items to work on. During the meeting, the team determines how they will deliver the selected items, breaks them down into actionable tasks, and estimates the effort required for each task. The outcome of the sprint planning meeting is a sprint backlog, a plan detailing the work to be completed during the sprint to achieve the sprint goal.
Here are the typical steps that are involved in a sprint planning meeting:
Set the Stage: The Scrum Master begins the meeting by welcoming the team and setting the context for the sprint planning session. They remind the team of the sprint goal and any relevant information from the previous sprint.
Review Product Backlog: The Product Owner presents the top-priority items from the product backlog for the team to consider for inclusion in the sprint. They provide context, answer questions, and clarify requirements as needed.
Discuss Sprint Goal: The Product Owner and development team collaboratively define the sprint goal, which serves as the overarching objective for the sprint. The sprint goal provides focus and direction for the team’s efforts during the sprint.
Select Backlog Items: The development team selects backlog items from the product backlog that align with the sprint goal and are feasible to complete within the sprint timebox. They consider factors such as priority, dependencies, and capacity when making their selection.
Break Down Backlog Items: Once backlog items are selected, the development team breaks them down into smaller, actionable tasks or user stories. They identify the steps needed to complete each item and ensure they are well-defined and estimable.
Estimate Effort: The development team estimates the effort required to complete each task or user story using techniques such as planning poker or relative sizing. Estimates are recorded to inform sprint planning and resource allocation.
Create Sprint Backlog: Based on the selected backlog items and estimated effort, the development team creates a sprint backlog, a plan detailing the work to be completed during the sprint. The sprint backlog includes the selected backlog items, associated tasks, and estimated effort.
Commit to Sprint Goal: The development team commits to achieving the sprint goal and delivering the selected backlog items within the sprint timebox. They ensure that everyone understands the sprint goal, scope, and expectations for the sprint.
Wrap-Up and Clarify: The Scrum Master facilitates any final questions or clarifications before concluding the sprint planning meeting. They ensure that everyone is aligned on the plan and ready to begin work on the sprint backlog.
