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The paradox of Sprinting at a Sustainable Pace

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We all run after something and as a team incrementing our product to be the best possible set of functionalities our users ever wanted, at some point we get out of breath Sprinting. As long as we want to develop our product we should be able to sustain our pace indefinitely. And I'm not saying running is bad, not the point.

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Definition of 'Done': What It Is and How It Supports Scrum Events

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In this article we will discuss: What Is the Definition of ‘Done’ How it can be used in Scrum Events What Is the Definition of ‘Done’ “The Definition of Done is a formal description of the state of the Increment when it meets the quality measures required for the product.” It supports Scrum Events.

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In-Depth: The Science On Sustainable Pace, Stress, And Motivation

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How sustainable is your pace as a developer? This has always been a huge struggle for us and most of the teams we’ve been part of. Unfortunately, many developers and development teams still burn more hours than are probably good for them. What is a sustainable pace? We certainly have.

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The Scrum Master Is An FFFCDO For Developers!

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Of late, I've been noticing an interpretation of the Scrum Master role - the Scrum Master as An FFFCDO for Developers - a Fierce, Ferocious, Fearsome Chief Defense Officer! What is the Scrum Master protecting the Developers from? Who are the persecutors the Scrum Master protecting the Developers from? SCRUM VALUES.

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How to help Scrum Teams embrace self-management

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Embracing self-management can be challenging for teams transitioning to Scrum. Taking direction from a manager or team leader is easier in some ways—just do what you’re told to do. Most often, though, teams moving to self-management find it infinitely more satisfying. Developing the team’s sense of purpose is also essential.

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Escaping the Feature Factory

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In many large organizations, Scrum teams fall into the ‘feature factory’ trap, focusing more on churning out features than creating real value. It’s too bad that this shift undermines Agile principles and hampers long-term success and innovation.

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How to Fail as an Agile Coach in Scrum

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Scrum defines three specific accountabilities within the Scrum Team: the Developers, the Product Owner, and the Scrum Master. A Scrum project still needs to be managed; work still needs to be analysed; teams, people and organisations still need to be coached etc. Focussing too much on the Scrum team. Scrum Guide 2020.

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