Scrum is an Agile framework that allows teams to work on complex projects and deliver high-value products by breaking tasks into manageable sprints.
The three pillars are Transparency, Inspection, and Adaptation.
The Scrum Master facilitates the Scrum process, removes obstacles, and ensures that the team adheres to Scrum practices.
The five main events are Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-up, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and the Sprint itself.
Conflicts are resolved through open communication, listening to all parties, and facilitating collaborative problem-solving.
A Sprint is a time-boxed iteration, typically lasting 1-4 weeks, during which a usable and potentially shippable product increment is created.
The Product Backlog is a prioritized list of all tasks, features, and requirements that need to be completed during the project.
The Sprint Backlog is a list of tasks the team plans to complete in the upcoming sprint, derived from the product backlog.
Once a Sprint starts, changes should be minimized. If absolutely necessary, they should be discussed with the team and the Product Owner.
Scrum artifacts include the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment.
The Definition of Done is a shared understanding of what it means for a product increment to be complete.
The Scrum Master assists with backlog management, prioritization, and stakeholder communication.
Success is measured through the team's ability to deliver increments on time, customer satisfaction, and the team’s ability to improve.
Velocity is the amount of work a team can complete during a Sprint, usually measured in story points.
Continuous improvement is ensured through Sprint Retrospectives and the consistent analysis of team performance and processes.
Work is prioritized based on business value, customer needs, and stakeholder feedback, with the Product Owner playing a key role in this.
Scrum is iterative with set time frames (Sprints), while Kanban focuses on continuous delivery with no fixed time boxes.
Agile is a set of principles for software development, while Scrum is a specific framework used to implement Agile.
Managing remote teams involves ensuring clear communication, using collaboration tools like Zoom and Jira, and setting expectations for regular updates.
This question allows the candidate to demonstrate self-reflection and how they handle failure or challenges in the role.
