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Common Practice

Burndown Chart

Common Practice Tool

A burndown chart shows how much work remains in a Sprint over time.

Plain English explanation

A burndown chart visually shows how much work is left in a sprint. It helps teams track progress day by day.

Why it matters

It gives a quick view of whether the team is on track or falling behind.

How it works

The chart starts with total work and burns down as tasks are completed throughout the Sprint.

Example

A steady downward line indicates consistent progress.

Common misunderstanding

A perfect line is not required. The chart is a guide, not a target.

Key points

  • Tracks remaining work
  • Updated daily
  • Visual progress tool
  • Not a strict performance indicator

Source

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