Question

A high-performing agile team is three sprints into a critical project when a new developer joins to help meet an accelerated deadline. After two weeks, the new member is still asking basic questions in stand-ups, and the team is spending significant time answering them, causing velocity to dip. As the project manager, what should you do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Pair the new developer with an experienced team member so they can learn the codebase and team norms through hands-on collaboration.

Answer

Ask the functional manager to replace the new developer with someone who requires less ramp-up time.

Answer

Instruct the new developer to stop asking questions during stand-ups to protect the team's productivity.

Answer

Extend the project deadline to account for the reduced velocity caused by onboarding.