Managing your backlog
The backlog is a prioritized set of work items that identify work to be done. There are generally two such backlogs. The project backlog is a prioritized list of all work to be done in the current project. A subset of these is selected for the current increment, forming the iteration backlog. Since engineers usually work on the tasks relevant to the current iteration, that is where they will go to get their tasks. Figure 1.3 shows the basic idea of backlogs:
Figure 1.3 – Backlogs
Work to be done, nominally referred to as work items, is identified. Work items detail the work to be done, including the following:
- Analyzing or implementing an epic, use case, or user story to ensure a solid understanding of the need and the adequacy of its requirements
- Creating or modifying a work product, such as a requirements specification or a safety analysis
- Arranging for an outcome, such as certification approval
- Addressing...
