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Sprint Goal
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The Sprint Goal describes the purpose of the Sprint.
Plain English explanation
The Sprint Goal gives the team a shared objective for the Sprint.
What it means
It is a single goal that brings focus and direction to the Sprint Backlog.
Why it matters
Without a clear goal, the Sprint becomes a collection of tasks instead of a meaningful outcome.
How it works
The Sprint Goal is created during Sprint Planning. Developers adapt their plan daily to stay aligned with it.
Key idea
The Sprint Goal creates focus for the team.
Key points
- Created in Sprint Planning
- Guides the Sprint Backlog
- Provides focus
- Aligns team effort
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Based on Scrum Guide 2020.
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