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Free sprint retrospective template

A retro is only useful if something changes. This template starts by checking last retro's actions and ends with a short list of things to try, each with an owner.

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Sprint retrospective template

Retro

Sprint: [number or dates] | Team: [team] | Facilitator: [name]

Last retro's actions

[Action] | Done / Not done | Notes

What went well

- [item]

What didn't go well

- [item]

What we'll try next sprint

- [experiment] | Owner: [name]

How to use this template

  • Keep it blameless: talk about the process, not the person.
  • Pick at most two or three things to try, or nothing changes.
  • Check last retro's actions first.

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Frequently asked questions

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How long should a sprint retrospective take?

Around 45 to 90 minutes for a two-week sprint.

What's the difference between a retro and a post-mortem?

A retro reviews a period of work, such as a sprint. A post-mortem reviews one incident.

Is this sprint retrospective template free?

Yes. Copy it into Google Docs, Word, Notion or an email and use it as often as you like. No sign-up needed.

Can AI fill in the sprint retrospective for me?

Yes. Acta records the meeting on Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams, with or without a bot, or in person with the mobile app, and writes the notes, decisions and action items with owners afterwards. Anything the meeting didn't cover is left out, not made up.