Burndown Chart
Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-28
CORE DEFINITION
A burndown chart is a graphical representation of work left to do versus time. The horizontal axis (X) represents time, and the vertical axis (Y) represents the amount of work remaining. This chart provides a visual prediction of when all work will be completed. It is commonly used in agile software development methodologies, but can also be applied to monitor other types of workflows.
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A burndown chart is a graphical representation of work left to do versus time. The horizontal axis (X) represents time, and the vertical axis (Y) represents the amount of work remaining. This chart provides a visual prediction of when all work will be completed. It is commonly used in agile software development methodologies, but can also be applied to monitor other types of workflows.
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An agile project management chart with remaining work on the vertical axis and time on the horizontal axis. It compares the ideal line with the actual line to visually show whether work is 'burning down' as planned within a sprint.
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