What outcome is expected from a Sprint Retrospective?

The primary purpose of a Sprint Retrospective is to identify and plan for improvements in the next sprint. This meeting typically occurs after the Sprint Review and is focused on reflecting on the recent sprint to discuss what went well, what didn’t go as planned, and how the team can enhance their processes moving forward.

In a retrospective, team members are encouraged to openly communicate about their experiences, sharing feedback on both their individual contributions and team interactions. This collaborative reflection allows the team to agree on actionable items that will help them work more efficiently and effectively in the next sprint.

The outcome is aimed at continuous improvement, a key principle of Agile methodology, rather than discussing metrics like velocity or finalizing schedules, which fall outside the scope of this specific review process.