Agile Definition of Done (DOD) Checklist
A strong Definition of Done (DoD) ensures consistency, quality, and alignment on what it means for a user story or feature to be “complete.” Use this checklist to verify that each increment meets agreed-upon standards before moving forward in the project.
Agile Definition of Done (DoD) Checklist
A strong Definition of Done (DoD) ensures consistency, quality, and alignment on what it means for a user story or feature to be “complete.” Use this checklist to verify that each increment meets agreed-upon standards before moving forward in the project.
1. Requirements and Acceptance Criteria Met
Confirm that all requirements and acceptance criteria are met as per the user story or feature description. Each criterion should be tested and approved.
2. Code Complete
Ensure the code is fully written, reviewed, and functional. There should be no unfinished code sections or placeholder elements.
3. Peer Code Review Completed
Code has been reviewed by another team member or peer, with feedback addressed. Code reviews help maintain quality and catch potential issues early.
4. Unit Tests Written and Passed
Write unit tests for all critical sections of code, and confirm they pass without errors. Unit tests ensure that individual components function as expected.
5. Integration Tests Written and Passed
Integration tests should be performed to verify that the feature works well with other components and services within the application.
6. Regression Testing Completed
Run regression tests to ensure that the new functionality does not negatively impact existing features or performance.
7. Security Standards Verified
Ensure all security standards are met, with vulnerabilities identified and addressed. Follow security best practices specific to the project.
8. Performance Benchmarks Met
Check that the feature meets performance requirements. Any performance optimizations or adjustments needed should be completed before moving forward.
9. Usability Verified
Verify that the feature is usable and intuitive. Make sure any user interface components align with design standards and are easy for users to navigate.
10. No Critical Bugs Present
Ensure there are no critical bugs in the feature. Any known issues should be minor, documented, and added to a backlog for future improvement if necessary.
11. Documentation Updated
All relevant documentation, such as technical specs, user guides, or setup instructions, is updated to reflect changes and ensure continuity.
12. Feature Demo Ready
The feature should be ready for demo, with all functionality, user flows, and intended use cases working as expected for stakeholders.
13. Version Control Updated
Ensure all code changes are committed, pushed, and merged to the appropriate branch. All version control protocols should be followed.
14. Meets Compliance Requirements
Verify that the feature complies with industry or organizational standards, such as data privacy or accessibility requirements.
15. Stakeholder Sign-Off
Obtain sign-off from relevant stakeholders, such as product owners, who validate that the feature meets the project’s Definition of Done.
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