Agile & Scrum

Scrum Master

/skrʌm ˈmɑːstər/

Definition

A facilitator who ensures the team follows Scrum practices, removes impediments, and protects the team from distractions.

Example in context

"The Scrum Master escalated the infrastructure blocker to management so the team could keep working."

Practice this term

Master Scrum Master in context by working through exercises in the Agile & Scrum module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Scrum Master" mean?

A facilitator who ensures the team follows Scrum practices, removes impediments, and protects the team from distractions.

How do you pronounce "Scrum Master"?

"Scrum Master" is pronounced /skrʌm ˈmɑːstər/.

Can you use "Scrum Master" in a sentence?

"The Scrum Master escalated the infrastructure blocker to management so the team could keep working."