Development Team Flashcards
Development teams are functional or cross-functional?
Cross Functional
Who resolves problems in the development team when problems arise?
The team because it is self-managed.
What is the outcome goal of each sprint?
Deliver potentially shippable product
When forming a development team which is more important, the the individual or the skills that each team member brings?
Skills that each team member brings to balance the work of the team to reach goals.
What is the average size of a development team?
2 to 9 people
What is the definition of a team?
Small number of people whose skills are complimentary and who are committed to common goals.
What are the challenges of larger teams?
Interact effectively
Enough space to express views
Collaborate
Reach consensus
What is the appropriate size range of a team?
2 to 25
What are the benefits of a smaller team?
Sustain enthusiasm and motivation
resolve conflicts among themselves
maintain high sense of commitment to the project
Why could complimentary skills be more important for a team than similar skills?
Can lead to a better and more innovative result
What is the definition of a high-performance team?
Group of people with multiple and complimentary skills who are self-directed, strongly motivated to accomplish goals, and committed to customer value/satisfaction.
What are 5 traits of a high-performing team?
- Disciplined Action
- Common Purpose
- Performance Goals
- Complimentary Skills
- Mutually Accountable
Who sets performance goals and why?
The team should set their own performance goals.
What is the difference between top down accountability and mutual accountability?
Top-down means the boss sets the standards while mutual relies upon the desire of humans to excel and contribute to the work.
When is it worth the time to invest in high-performance teams?
Because of the 5 attributes of a high performance team, it takes time. This effort should be taken when the project provides the payoff or the team will work together over a long time or multiple projects.
