Category: Agile
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Refinement vs. Grooming: Are We Estimating or Styling?

Agile thrives on evolution, and the history of backlog refinement is no exception. What began as “backlog grooming” in a 2005 Scrum development mailing list post by Mike Cohn has undergone years of formalization, adjustments, and even a name change. Today, “backlog refinement” stands as a cornerstone of Scrum practices,…
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How to Conduct Effective Agile Stand-Up Meetings

How to Conduct Effective Agile Stand-Up Meetings Agile stand-up meetings, also called daily standups, are a cornerstone of Agile frameworks, yet they often fall prey to inefficiency and overextension. The root cause? A lack of clarity on their true purpose. When properly executed, stand-up meetings are concise, impactful, and essential…