What is a Sprint Backlog?
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The Sprint Backlog is the plan created by the Developers for the current Sprint, consisting of three elements: (1) Sprint Goal (the why); (2) Selected Product Backlog Items (the what) — the items chosen during Sprint Planning that the Developers commit to completing; (3) Plan to deliver the Increment (the how) — the tasks and technical steps the Developers identify to complete the selected items. The Sprint Backlog is a highly visible, real-time picture of the work the Developers plan to accomplish during the Sprint. It belongs entirely to the Developers — they own and update it throughout the Sprint. Unlike the Product Backlog (owned by PO), no one else can add or change Sprint Backlog items during the Sprint without the Developers' consent. It is updated as new information emerges during development.