Task: Estimate Velocity
Estimate the velocity of the Scrum Team.
Disciplines: Scrum ActivitiesScrum Planning Activities
Purpose
Estimating the velocity before each sprint determines how much work the Scrum Team can take on in that iteration.
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Main Description
The Velocity of the Scrum Team is measured in Story Points and can change between sprints. One factor is that the Scrum Team learns about its estimations and about its abilities. At the same time, it becomes more familiar with the domain and the product to be developed. Additionally, vacations, sick-leaves, or holidays can be taken into account. The velocity is updated before the Sprint Planning Meeting, i.e., before the next backlog items are selected.