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PP Pandey
I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(5 Questions)
- Q1. ROAM matrix and risk mitigation approach
- Q2. Difference between DOR, DOD And acceptance criteria
- Ans.
DOR defines what needs to be done, DOD defines when it is done, and acceptance criteria defines how it is done.
Definition of Ready (DOR) specifies when a product backlog item is ready to be worked on
Definition of Done (DOD) specifies the criteria that a product increment must meet to be considered complete
Acceptance criteria are specific conditions that a product or feature must meet to be accepted by the stakeholders
D...
- Q3. Situational questions on team management
- Q4. Situational questions on conflict management
- Q5. Release management and planning
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Anonymous
I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(6 Questions)
- Q1. Introduce yourself
- Ans.
Experienced Scrum Master with a background in software development and a passion for facilitating team collaboration and continuous improvement.
Over 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in various software development teams
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) with strong knowledge of Agile principles and practices
Facilitated daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Worked closely with Prod...
- Q2. Whats the team size you handle and how do you manage team in a sprint
- Ans.
I handle a team of 7 members and manage them by facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and removing impediments.
Facilitate daily stand-ups to keep the team aligned and focused on sprint goals
Lead sprint planning meetings to prioritize tasks and set achievable goals
Conduct retrospectives to reflect on what went well and what can be improved for the next sprint
Remove impediments that are blocking ...
- Q3. Explain difference between scrum and kanban
- Ans.
Scrum is time-boxed with fixed iterations, while Kanban is continuous flow with no fixed time-boxes.
Scrum has fixed iterations called sprints, while Kanban has no fixed time-boxes.
Scrum focuses on completing a set amount of work within a sprint, while Kanban focuses on continuous delivery of work.
Scrum limits work in progress by setting a sprint goal, while Kanban limits work in progress based on capacity and flow.
Scru...
- Q4. State various conflicts you resolved as a scrum master within your tea.
- Ans.
Resolved conflicts related to task prioritization, communication issues, and team member disagreements.
Facilitated discussions to prioritize tasks based on business value and team capacity.
Addressed communication breakdowns by encouraging open dialogue and active listening.
Mediated conflicts between team members by helping them understand each other's perspectives.
Implemented team agreements and ground rules to prevent...
- Q5. Explain with example the various kinds of risks you managed in a sprint.
- Ans.
Managed risks in sprints by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential issues to ensure successful delivery.
Identified potential risks at the beginning of the sprint through team discussions and retrospectives
Assessed the impact and likelihood of each risk to prioritize mitigation efforts
Mitigated risks by implementing proactive measures such as adjusting sprint scope or increasing communication
Example: Identifie...
- Q6. What are KPIs and which ones do you use in your project
- Ans.
KPIs are Key Performance Indicators used to measure the success of a project. Examples include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness.
KPIs are metrics used to evaluate the performance and success of a project
Common KPIs in Agile projects include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness
KPIs help teams track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions
Skills evaluated in this interview
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. How to calculate Average Velocity
- Ans.
Average Velocity is calculated by summing up the total story points completed in a sprint and dividing it by the number of sprints.
Sum up the total story points completed in a sprint
Divide the total story points by the number of sprints
The result is the Average Velocity
- Q2. How to transform Waterfall Into Agile
- Ans.
Transforming Waterfall into Agile involves shifting from a sequential to iterative approach, focusing on collaboration and adaptability.
Educate team members on Agile principles and practices
Break down project into smaller, manageable tasks
Implement regular feedback loops and retrospectives
Encourage collaboration and communication among team members
Adapt and iterate based on feedback and changing requirements
Skills evaluated in this interview
I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.
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1 Question
- Q1. Explain how Scrum Master in agile is same as Project Manager in waterfall ?
- Ans.
Both roles involve managing the project, but the approach and responsibilities differ.
Both roles are responsible for ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and meets the requirements.
Scrum Master focuses on facilitating the Scrum process and removing impediments for the team.
Project Manager focuses on planning, organizing, and controlling the project.
Scrum Master is a servant-leader, while Project Ma...
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1 Question
- Q1. How would you sell agile to a customer
- Ans.
Agile helps deliver value faster and adapt to changing requirements. Here's how it benefits you:
Agile allows for continuous feedback and improvement
Agile enables faster time-to-market
Agile promotes collaboration and transparency
Agile reduces risk and increases predictability
Agile delivers value in small increments
Agile allows for flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements
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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Why do we need scrum master
- Q2. Restrospective patterns
(2 Questions)
- Q1. What coaching and mentering
- Q2. How would you explain agile to you mom
(1 Question)
- Q1. Waiting on client round
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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.
Interview Questionnaire
1 Question
- Q1. Explain how Scrum Master in agile is same as Project Manager in waterfall ?
- Ans.
Both roles involve managing the project, but the approach and responsibilities differ.
Both roles are responsible for ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and meets the requirements.
Scrum Master focuses on facilitating the Scrum process and removing impediments for the team.
Project Manager focuses on planning, organizing, and controlling the project.
Scrum Master is a servant-leader, while Project Ma...
Interview Preparation Tips
Skills evaluated in this interview
I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(6 Questions)
- Q1. Introduce yourself
- Ans.
Experienced Scrum Master with a background in software development and a passion for facilitating team collaboration and continuous improvement.
Over 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in various software development teams
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) with strong knowledge of Agile principles and practices
Facilitated daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Worked closely with Prod...
- Q2. Whats the team size you handle and how do you manage team in a sprint
- Ans.
I handle a team of 7 members and manage them by facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and removing impediments.
Facilitate daily stand-ups to keep the team aligned and focused on sprint goals
Lead sprint planning meetings to prioritize tasks and set achievable goals
Conduct retrospectives to reflect on what went well and what can be improved for the next sprint
Remove impediments that are blocking ...
- Q3. Explain difference between scrum and kanban
- Ans.
Scrum is time-boxed with fixed iterations, while Kanban is continuous flow with no fixed time-boxes.
Scrum has fixed iterations called sprints, while Kanban has no fixed time-boxes.
Scrum focuses on completing a set amount of work within a sprint, while Kanban focuses on continuous delivery of work.
Scrum limits work in progress by setting a sprint goal, while Kanban limits work in progress based on capacity and flow.
Scru...
- Q4. State various conflicts you resolved as a scrum master within your tea.
- Ans.
Resolved conflicts related to task prioritization, communication issues, and team member disagreements.
Facilitated discussions to prioritize tasks based on business value and team capacity.
Addressed communication breakdowns by encouraging open dialogue and active listening.
Mediated conflicts between team members by helping them understand each other's perspectives.
Implemented team agreements and ground rules to prevent...
- Q5. Explain with example the various kinds of risks you managed in a sprint.
- Ans.
Managed risks in sprints by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential issues to ensure successful delivery.
Identified potential risks at the beginning of the sprint through team discussions and retrospectives
Assessed the impact and likelihood of each risk to prioritize mitigation efforts
Mitigated risks by implementing proactive measures such as adjusting sprint scope or increasing communication
Example: Identifie...
- Q6. What are KPIs and which ones do you use in your project
- Ans.
KPIs are Key Performance Indicators used to measure the success of a project. Examples include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness.
KPIs are metrics used to evaluate the performance and success of a project
Common KPIs in Agile projects include velocity, sprint burndown, and team happiness
KPIs help teams track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions
Skills evaluated in this interview
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. How to calculate Average Velocity
- Ans.
Average Velocity is calculated by summing up the total story points completed in a sprint and dividing it by the number of sprints.
Sum up the total story points completed in a sprint
Divide the total story points by the number of sprints
The result is the Average Velocity
- Q2. How to transform Waterfall Into Agile
- Ans.
Transforming Waterfall into Agile involves shifting from a sequential to iterative approach, focusing on collaboration and adaptability.
Educate team members on Agile principles and practices
Break down project into smaller, manageable tasks
Implement regular feedback loops and retrospectives
Encourage collaboration and communication among team members
Adapt and iterate based on feedback and changing requirements
Skills evaluated in this interview
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- Q1. What innovation work have you done at your company and how your company benefitted from it
(1 Question)
- Q1. Scenario based questions based on scrum theory and principles
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- Q1. Informal discussion about max salary which they can offer
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