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title: What is included in the Definition of Done?
description: "The [Definition of Done](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/definition-of-done/) is a crucial aspect of the Scrum process. It must include at least some level of testing to ensure that the work meets a pre-agreed level of quality. This makes it transparent that the work is…"
url: "https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/docs/what-is-included-in-the-definition-of-done/"
updated: "2024-12-19"
category: Artifacts / Increment
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# What is included in the Definition of Done?

The [Definition of Done](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/definition-of-done/) is a crucial aspect of the Scrum process. It must include at least some level of testing to ensure that the work meets a pre-agreed level of quality. This makes it transparent that the work is now usable and meets the necessary standards.

The [Definition of Done](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/definition-of-done/) helps to ensure that all work completed within a Sprint is ready for use. It serves as a checklist that the [Scrum Team](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/scrum-team/) follows to guarantee that the [Increment](https://www.thescrummaster.co.uk/glossary/increment/) is of the highest quality and fully functional.