Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Velocity – ISTQB Definition
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Official ISTQB Definition
In Agile, the amount of work a team can complete in one iteration, usually measured in story points.
In simple words
How many story points the team typically finishes per sprint.
Exam tip
Velocity is a planning aid for one team — never use it to compare teams.
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