#Scrum
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9 Books for Learning Agile Development (Scrum, Lean, and Kaizen)
A staged reading list of 9 books for learning agile and lean development, from the basics to practice: agile fundamentals, practice and improvement, and lean validation of value. Each entry links to its full review.
Understanding Story Points Using the Cynefin Framework
An article jotting down an idea I had for how to think about the criteria behind story points in agile estimation. It introduces an approach that uses the Cynefin framework to size story points based on the degree of complexity of a task.
Building the Right Thing the Right Way
A review of Building the Right Thing the Right Way. Asking what it means to build a product and what lies beyond agile, it puts the product development process into words, organizing key ideas such as risk management-covering requirement, technical, staffing, and political risks-and expectation management that aligns stakeholders.
Became a Registered Scrum Master (LSM)
Reflections and notes on becoming a Registered Scrum Master after attending the training and exam by scruminc.japan.
The Secrets of Unicorn Companies: Software Development and Work Culture Learned from Spotify
A review of The Secrets of Unicorn Companies. A book for learning the organizational theory and culture of unicorn companies, based on experience at Spotify. Its real theme is the culture and qualities that sustain growth regardless of methodology, prompting thought about what lies beyond Scrum.
Scrum Master vs Product Owner: Roles and Responsibilities Compared
Clarify the roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner in Scrum. Learn distinct responsibilities, how each role interacts with the development team, and common misconceptions.
The Agile Samurai
A review of The Agile Samurai. A good introductory book for building a foundation in the mindset and practice of agile development. Without cramming in jargon, it is an easy first read for teams and engineers about to adopt agile.
SCRUM BOOT CAMP THE BOOK: Revised Edition - Agile Development with Scrum Teams
A review of SCRUM BOOT CAMP THE BOOK (Revised Edition). A book for learning the basics of Scrum through situations that commonly arise in real teams. An approachable first read when you are about to start Scrum development.