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.
