Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Sprint – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A fixed-length iteration in Scrum, typically 1–4 weeks, during which a potentially shippable increment of product is created.
In simple words
A short timebox in which the team delivers a working piece of the product.
Exam tip
A sprint length is fixed for the team; changing it every iteration is a smell.
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