What is a Sprint?
A Sprint is a set period, usually between one and four weeks, during which specific tasks and features are completed in Agile development. Each sprint is designed to produce a potentially shippable increment of the product, with a focus on delivering value quickly and iteratively.
The sprint cycle involves:
- Sprint Planning: Defining the sprint goals and selecting tasks from the product backlog.
- Daily Stand-ups: Short meetings to track progress and address any blockers.
- Sprint Review: Demonstrating completed work to stakeholders.
- Sprint Retrospective: Discussing what went well and what can be improved for the next sprint.
Sprints enable teams to maintain a steady pace of development, adjust to feedback, and continuously improve their processes and product quality.