Category: Agile
Relative vs. Absolute Estimation in Agile: What Scrum Teams Need to Know
(Or Why Guessing Effort Is Like Cleaning a Disaster Kitchen) Estimation in Agile isn’t about predicting the future — it’s about creating a shared understanding of work. Whether you’re planning a sprint or sizing up your backlog, you’re not aiming for perfect accuracy. You’re trying to get close enough to make smart decisions as a team.… Read more
Spike vs Story in Scrum: The Guide You Actually Need
Hey there, fellow agile explorer! Ever been in a Scrum meeting, nodding like a pro while secretly wondering if a “spike” is some kind of medieval weapon? And what’s the deal with stories, spikes, and that elusive zero sprint? If you’ve ever felt like a lost tourist in the land of agile, grab a seat — we’re unraveling… Read more
Scrum 101: Essential Terms Every New (and Struggling) Scrum Master Should Know
Agile can feel like its own dialect. Between the sprints, stand-ups, and story points, it’s easy for a new Scrum Master to feel like they need a decoder ring just to follow a meeting. But learning the language isn’t about jargon. It’s about leading with clarity, removing confusion, and helping your team deliver. This is… Read more
Scrumban: The Agile Framework That Lets You Have Your Sprint and Skip It Too
You’ve heard of Scrum. You’ve heard of Kanban. And now there’s Scrumban — that suspiciously chill-sounding hybrid that seems to promise the best of both worlds. You might be wondering: “Is this just another agile buzzword? Or is it the unicorn my team’s been waiting for?” Let’s break it down. No fluff. No ceremony. Just straight-up insight,… Read more