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The past few years have seen the rise of agile or evolutionary methods in software development. These methods embrace change in requirements even late in the project. The ability to change software is because of certain practices that are followed within teams, such as Test Driven Development, Pair Programming, and Continuous Integration.
Being Agile introduces eleven breakthrough techniques for transforming typical software engineering teams from merely "doing" agile to actually "being" agile -- and thereby helping them achieve agile's full benefits. Complementing any other agile guide, it shows how to break old "waterfall" habits that unintentionally hinder agile success -- and then drive the real, sustained continuous improvement that agile makes possible.
This is the e Book version of the printed book.Agile has become today's dominant software development paradigm, but Agile methods remain difficult to measure and improve. Essential Skills for the Agile Developer fills this gap from the bottom up, teaching proven techniques for assessing and optimizing both individual and team Agile practices.
Agile methods can improve many facets of software development, from quality and speed, to business value and personal career fulfillment. But agile success isn't easy. Often, new adopters don't know where to start. Introduction to Agile Methods is the solution. Extensively tested in academic and corporate settings, this guide brings together all the insights and tips you need to get started and succeed with agile.
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