Working on the Iteration

Abstract

In the previous two chapters, we discussed how to set up the project, populate the backlog, define the delivery cadence, create teams, plan for the team process, groom the backlog, prioritize the backlog items, size the requirements, and plan the iteration. We even discussed getting things in place—such as a solutions structure, build and deployment pipelines, and testing environments—in a pre-iteration time period. Doing all of this prior to the first iteration enables your team to focus more singlemindedly on implementing backlog items once you kick off project work. In previous chapters, we also discussed the challenges faced by both ideal-sized and large teams during this initial planning stage and how you and your team can use VSTS/TFS features effectively to overcome these challenges.