BugAwareRetro: ferramenta de apoio às reuniões de retrospectiva

Abstract

The identification and correction of defects represent a significant portion of the total effort in software development, potentially costing up to 100 times more after deployment. Although retrospectives are recognized as a fundamental mechanism for continuous improvement in Scrum, there is a significant gap between their theoretical potential and practical implementation. Empirical studies reveal that most retrospectives do not leverage project data, relying solely on subjective perceptions. This approach undermines the quality of the analyses conducted and the effectiveness of the improvement actions proposed. The lack of adequate traceability between defects, their contexts of occurrence, and the reflections conducted during retrospectives constitutes a critical gap that prevents teams from transforming practical experiences into systematized learning. This study aims to develop a web-based tool called BugAwareRetro, which provides structured support for retrospective meetings through the organized presentation of defect data. The system seeks to enhance the quality of retrospectives and foster continuous improvement by correlating quantitative failure data with the team's qualitative insights. The methodology employed includes a Java Spring Boot backend and a React TypeScript frontend. BugAwareRetro differentiates itself from existing tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, and other retrospective-focused platforms by proposing an integrated solution that unifies bug tracking and retrospective management. It operates throughout the Sprint for defect registration and during the Retrospective Ceremony to present the data in an organized manner, enabling a continuous cycle based on concrete empirical evidence.