Official Scrum Guides (Current & Past)

The Scrum Guide, initially published in 2010 by the Scrum Alliance, serves as a definitive manual for implementing the Scrum framework. This guide is the result of collaboration between the co-creators of Scrum, Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland. It outlines the principles and practices that define Scrum, emphasizing transparency, inspection, and adaptation.

Since its inception, the Scrum Guide has undergone several updates to reflect the evolving nature of agile practices. The most recent update in November 2020 introduced significant changes, including a more streamlined format and clearer language to enhance understanding and adoption.

Key elements covered in the Scrum Guide include the accountabilities (roles) within a Scrum team (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developers), the various events (Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective), and the artifacts (Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment) that make up the Scrum framework.

By adhering to the guidelines outlined in the Scrum Guide, teams can benefit from improved collaboration, increased productivity, and a greater ability to respond to change. It serves as a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced practitioners looking to leverage Scrum to deliver high-quality products efficiently.