Agile at the Library - Agile software development and Scrum guidance

Sep 12, 2026

Agile at the Library explains agile software development as an iterative approach where requirements and solutions evolve through collaboration among self-organizing, cross-functional teams. It outlines core agile values and practices, emphasizing frequent inspection, adaptation, and continuous improvement. The guide then details Scrum as a structured framework, covering team roles, responsibilities, sprint cycle activities, and ceremonies. It further describes key Scrum artifacts, including product and sprint backlogs, along with definitions of ready and done, estimation methods, and useful metrics for monitoring progress and quality.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryPresentations

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Pages39

Reading Time14 min

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Agile at the Library

The Agile Manifesto

12 Principles of Agile

Scrum

Getting Started with Scrum

Roles and Responsibilities

The Sprint Cycle

Scrum Ceremonies

Scrum Artifacts

Definitions of Ready and Done

Estimation

Metrics

1. Agile at the Library .................................................................................... 2 1.1 The Agile Manifesto .............................................................................. 2 1.2 12 Principles of Agile ............................................................................. 3 1.3 Scrum ......................................................................................... 3 1.3.1 Getting Started with Scrum .................................................................... 4 1.3.1.1 The Product Vision ..................................................................... 5 1.3.1.1.1 Minimal Viable Product (MVP) ........................................................ 5 1.3.1.2 Project Roadmaps ...................................................................... 6 1.3.1.2.1 The Product Roadmap ............................................................. 7 1.3.1.2.2 The Feature Roadmap ............................................................. 8 1.3.1.3 Release Planning ...................................................................... 9 1.3.1.4 Team Norms .......................................................................... 12 1.3.1.5 Agile Coaching & User Story Mentoring ..................................................... 13 1.3.2 Roles and Responsibilities .................................................................... 14 1.3.2.1 Core and Extended Scrum Teams ......................................................... 14 1.3.2.2 Scrum Master ......................................................................... 15 1.3.2.3 Scrum Team Member ................................................................... 15 1.3.2.4 Product Owner ........................................................................ 16 1.3.2.5 Stakeholders .......................................................................... 16 1.3.3 The Sprint Cycle ............................................................................ 16 1.3.4 Scrum Ceremonies .......................................................................... 17 1.3.4.1 Sprint Planning ........................................................................ 17 1.3.4.2 Daily Standup ......................................................................... 18 1.3.4.3 Backlog Refinement .................................................................... 19 1.3.4.4 Sprint Review ......................................................................... 20 1.3.4.5 Sprint Retrospective .................................................................... 21 1.3.5 Scrum Artifacts ............................................................................. 22 1.3.5.1 Sprint Backlog ......................................................................... 23 1.3.5.2 Product Backlog ....................................................................... 23 1.3.5.3 Product Backlog Items .................................................................. 23 1.3.5.3.1 Epics & Features .................................................................. 24 1.3.5.3.2 The User Story ................................................................... 26 1.3.5.3.3 Tasks ........................................................................... 28 1.3.5.3.4 Splitting Techniques for Product Backlog Items .......................................... 29 1.3.6 Definitions of Ready and Done ................................................................. 31 1.3.6.1 Definition of Ready for Refinement ......................................................... 31 1.3.6.2 Definition of Ready for Sprint Planning ...................................................... 32 1.3.6.3 Definition of Done (DoD) ................................................................. 34 1.3.6.3.1 Formal Acceptance of Work ......................................................... 34 1.3.6.3

FAQs

What does agile software development emphasize in this guide?

It emphasizes iterative delivery, collaboration across self-organizing cross-functional teams, and frequent inspection, adaptation, and improvement to align development with customer needs.

What are the main roles in Scrum described here?

The guide covers Scrum Master and Scrum Team Member roles, plus the Product Owner and stakeholders, clarifying responsibilities within Scrum.

Which Scrum ceremonies and artifacts are covered?

It includes sprint planning, daily standup, backlog refinement, sprint review, and sprint retrospective, along with sprint backlog and product backlog (including epics, features, user stories, and tasks).

How do definitions of ready/done and estimation contribute to delivery?

Definitions of ready and done set criteria for refinement and completion, while estimation and metrics such as burndown, predictability, productivity, defects, and velocity help guide planning and track outcomes.

Sep 12, 2026

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