Backlog Items | Glossary

 

Definition

The backlog is a prioritized list , containing short descriptions of all functionality necessary items to deliver a specific outcome. If an item does not contribute to the projects’ goal, it is removed; and any task that is deemed necessary, is added. The backlog is expected to change often, during the project’s duration. It usually is the primary point of entry for knowledge about requirements, and the work to be done.

 

Further Reading

  • “Agile Product Management: Product Backlog 21 Tips & Scrum Master” (book), by Paul VII.
  • For more on backlog items, read here.

Impediment | Glossary

Definition
Impediment in Software development, is anything that slows down the team from delivering the intended result, or output. It can be any issue, like lack of resources, bugs in the source code, a team member falling ill and so on.

Further Reading

  • “Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time”, Jeff Sutherland.
  • “Essential Scrum: A Practical Guide to the Most Popular Agile Process”, by Kenneth S. Rubin.

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