Artifacts
Sprint Backlog
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Artifact
The set of Product Backlog items selected for the Sprint, plus a plan for delivering them.
Plain English explanation
The Sprint Backlog is the work the team commits to doing during the Sprint and how they plan to do it.
Why it matters
It gives the team a clear plan and keeps them focused during the Sprint.
How it works
The team selects items during Sprint Planning and updates the backlog daily as they learn more.
Example
The team selects 5 features and breaks them into tasks to complete within the Sprint.
Common misunderstanding
The Sprint Backlog is not fixed. It evolves as the team learns during the Sprint.
Key points
- Created during Sprint Planning
- Owned by Developers
- Evolves during the Sprint
- Supports the Sprint Goal
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Official source
Based on Scrum Guide 2020.
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