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Scrum Master
Quick Definition
The accountability in Scrum responsible for ensuring the team follows Scrum practices, removing impediments, and coaching the team toward self-management.
Detailed Explanation
The Scrum Master is a servant leader — they don't manage the team but serve them by facilitating events, removing blockers, coaching on Scrum practices, and protecting the team from external distractions.
Key responsibilities include facilitating Sprint events, coaching the team on self-management, helping the Product Owner with backlog techniques, and removing organisational impediments. The Scrum Master does NOT assign tasks or manage people.
CSM® (Certified ScrumMaster) from Scrum Alliance and PSM (Professional Scrum Master) from Scrum.org are the primary certifications for this role.
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Relevant Frameworks
Scrum Guide