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Definition:Kanban

Kanban is a visual workflow management method that limits Work-in-Progress (WIP) to maximize software delivery efficiency.

Detailed Technical Explanation

Visualizes task cards moving across workflow columns (`Backlog`, `In Development`, `Code Review`, `Deployed`).

Business Perspective

Prevents team burnout and highlights operational bottlenecks in customer support or continuous feature pipelines.

Technical Perspective

Restricts WIP limits per column to prevent engineers from juggling context across multiple unfinished tasks.

Real-World Example

Managing client support tickets on a Kanban board from initial triage to code deployment.

Common Architectural Mistakes

  • Ignoring WIP Limits: Overloading the 'In Progress' column without completing existing pull request reviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Scrum vs Kanban?

Scrum uses time-boxed 2-week sprints; Kanban operates on continuous flow with strict WIP limits.

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