When can a Product Backlog item be considered complete?

A Product Backlog item is considered complete when it has been implemented and is potentially releasable. This means that the item meets the Definition of Done established by the Scrum Team, which includes all necessary criteria such as coding, testing, and documentation. Reaching this stage ensures that the item is ready to deliver value to the customer or end-user without any further modifications.

This state of being 'potentially releasable' implies that the functionality is fully integrated and can be deployed in a production environment, allowing the organization to deliver increments of value at any time. The notion of completeness goes beyond just being worked on; it emphasizes that the item is finished to the extent that it can safely be released and utilized, aligning with the Agile principles of delivering usable software frequently.

In contrast, discussing an item in a meeting or receiving feedback from stakeholders does not imply completion, as these activities are part of the ongoing development and refinement process. Furthermore, while the Development Team plays a crucial role in determining the status of items, their decision alone does not signify completion unless the item meets the agreed-upon criteria for "done" at the end of a Sprint.