Agile Retrospective and Planning Framework

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An Agile retrospective and planning framework is a structured methodology used by software development and project management teams to reflect on past work cycles and plan future iterations. Popularized by Esther Derby and Diana Larsen, the standard five-step framework guides teams through setting the stage, gathering data, generating insights, deciding what to do, and closing the retrospective. This continuous improvement loop helps teams identify actionable improvements, optimize workflows, and align on upcoming sprint goals.