Who creates the Definition of Done?

In Scrum, the Definition of Done is a set of criteria or conditions that must be satisfied for a product increment to be considered complete. The creation of the Definition of Done is a collaborative effort involving the entire Scrum Team, with a significant contribution from the Development Team.

The collaborative effort in creating the Definition of Done is essential to ensure a shared understanding among all team members. The Definition of Done is not a static document; it is expected to evolve over time as the team learns and adapts. The aim is to have a clear and agreed-upon set of criteria that, when met, signifies that an increment is ready for release or further development.

The Definition of Done typically includes criteria related to coding standards, testing, documentation, integration, and any other factors relevant to the quality and completeness of the product increment. It is applied to each item in the Product Backlog to ensure that the team consistently delivers a high-quality product at the end of each Sprint.