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| Criterion |  Domain Modeling Context Map |  Agile 4Ls Retrospective |  Domain Modeling Bounded Context Canvas |  Agile Mad Sad Glad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When several contexts need to talk to each other, it makes their relationships and dependencies legible. It helps sort integration pressure and responsibilities across system boundaries. | When a sprint should not only be assessed but also learned from, it captures experience in clear learning categories. It records what worked, what's missing, and what should run differently next time. | When a business context is still loosely outlined, it shapes language, responsibility, and integration space. It clarifies what belongs together and where a boundary needs to hold. | When a team's or workshop's mood needs to become readable, it structures emotional signals with little setup. It makes strain, relief, and sources of energy tangible. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 45–75 min | 1-3 h | 30-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | Team members involved | 3-8 | 3-10 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop + async | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Context Map, Integration Patterns, Boundary Notes | 4Ls Board, Learning Themes, Improvement Actions | Context Canvas, Glossary, Integration Notes | Emotion Board, Themes, Action Items |
Tagsno overlap | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesStrategy | RetrospectiveLearningReflectionTeam | Domain-Driven DesignBoundariesModeling | RetrospectiveTeamReflection |