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How Do I Create a Retrospective Page in Confluence?

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You can create a retrospective page in Confluence by following these steps:

1. Create a New Page

  • Navigate to the space where you want to create your retrospective page.
  • Click on the "Create" button and select "Page".
  • Give your page a descriptive title, such as "Sprint 1 Retrospective" or "Project X Retrospective".

2. Choose a Template (Optional)

  • Confluence offers various templates to help you structure your retrospective.
  • You can find templates by clicking on the "Templates" tab when creating your page.
  • Popular retrospective templates include:
    • "Retrospective" template: Provides basic sections for "What went well", "What didn't go well", and "What to do next".
    • "Agile Retrospective" template: Offers a more detailed structure with sections for "Start, Stop, Continue", "Hotspots", and "Actions".

3. Add Content

  • Use the Confluence editor to add content to your retrospective page.
  • You can use headings, lists, tables, images, and other elements to organize your thoughts.
  • Some common elements to include in a retrospective are:
    • "What went well": Highlight positive aspects of the sprint or project.
    • "What didn't go well": Identify areas for improvement.
    • "What to do next": Define action items to address issues and enhance future performance.
    • "Action Items": Create a table to track action items, including owner, due date, and status.

4. Collaborate

  • Encourage team members to contribute to the retrospective page.
  • You can use comments, @mentions, and page versions to facilitate collaboration.

5. Share the Page

  • Once the retrospective is complete, share the page with your team.
  • You can use the "Share" button to grant access to specific users or groups.

6. Review and Update

  • Regularly review and update your retrospective pages to track progress and make improvements.

By following these steps, you can create a comprehensive and collaborative retrospective page in Confluence to reflect on your team's performance and drive continuous improvement.

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