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title: What does it mean for Developers to create a usable Increment each Sprint?
description: "Creating a usable [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) each Sprint means that Developers produce a potentially shippable product [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) that meets the [Definition of Done](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/definition-of-done/) by the end of the Sprint. This [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) should be functional and valuable, even if it is not the…"
url: "https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/docs/what-does-it-mean-for-developers-to-create-a-usable-increment-each-sprint/"
updated: "2024-12-19"
category: Accountabilities / Developers
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# What does it mean for Developers to create a usable Increment each Sprint?

Creating a usable [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) each Sprint means that Developers produce a potentially shippable product [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) that meets the [Definition of Done](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/definition-of-done/) by the end of the Sprint. This [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) should be functional and valuable, even if it is not the final product. The goal is to ensure that the team is continuously delivering [Value](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/value/) and making progress toward the overall [Product Goal](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/product-goal/).

This approach allows for regular feedback and inspection, enabling the team to make informed decisions about the product's direction and priorities. By consistently delivering usable Increments, Developers can demonstrate progress to stakeholders and ensure that the product evolves based on real-world feedback and needs.