On a fairly regular basis I am asked, "What does your status on LinkedIn mean?"
If you haven't seen my status on LinkedIn before, it usually says something like this, "Sprint #3, Day 5". I update my status everyday to keep time over the course of the Scrum project that I am currently working on as the Scrum Master. Scrum is an agile software development methodology and the Scrum Master is essentially the lead for the project. This update to my status on LinkedIn is a ritual that I use to remind myself that each day is a precious opportunity to advance the project, helping me stay focused on what we need to deliver each day to reach our goal for the current Sprint and ultimately for the entire project.
So your question is really, "What is a Sprint?" A "Sprint" is a 5 to 15 day period of time during which the team is creating releasable software. Furthermore, during the Sprint the requirements under development can't be changed. Instead the Scrum process allows for any requirements changes to be documented via a user story and placed on the "Project Backlog" to be addressed during a future Sprint.
If you are wondering how it is possible to create releasable software in as few as 5 days, the answer is razor sharp focus. I promise it is possible. I have done it time and time again.
If you would like to find out more about the Scrum process or the role of Scrum Master please contact me via email at: john.sextro@gmail.com
Alternatively you can search the web or use the following link to read more about Scrum.
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