Agile is a software development methodology to build software incrementally using short iterations of 1 to 4 weeks so that the development is aligned with the changing business needs. Whereas the traditional “waterfall” approach has one discipline contribute to the project, then “throw it over the wall” to the next contributor, agile calls for collaborative cross-functional teams. Agile isn’t defined by a set of ceremonies or specific development techniques. Rather, agile is a group of methodologies that demonstrate a commitment to tight feedback cycles and continuous improvement. With Agile development methodology – In the Agile methodology, each project is broken up into several ‘Iterations’. All Iterations should be of the same time duration (between 2 to 8 weeks). At the end of each iteration a working product should be delivered. In simple terms, in the Agile approach the project will be broken up into 10 releases (assuming each iteration is set to last… Read more“Agile Methodology of Development”
Tag: Software development methodology
Scrum – Agile Methodology
Scrum is an agile methodology to manage and control software development where change occurs rapidly (changing requirements, changing technology). Here focus area is on improved communication and maximizing cooperation. Scrum Roles – Product Owner -A Product manager who actually knows what needs to be built and in what sequence this should be done. Scrum Master – This role is played by a project manager or team leader who is responsible for enacting scrum values and practices. Scrum Team – A small team of 4-5 team members (contains programmers, UI designers, testers etc.) Scrum Activities – Project Kick off Meeting – A collaborative meeting in the beginning of the project Participants: Product Owner, Scrum Master Purpose: Create the Product Backlog. Sprint Planning Meeting – A collaborative meeting in the beginning of each Sprint Participants: Product Owner, Scrum Master and Scrum Team Purpose: Create the Sprint Backlog. Sprint – An iteration… Read more“Scrum – Agile Methodology”
Difference between Scrum and XP (Extreme Programming)
There are small but important differences between Scrum and XP (Extreme Programming). These methodologies are definitely much aligned. In fact, if you have to choose between these two then it’s very difficult? Below are some important differences between these two, Scrum teams typically work in iterations (called sprints) that are from two weeks to one month long. XP teams typically work in iterations that are one or two weeks long. Scrum does not define how to do development, but many Scrum teams implement many of the XP practices. Scrum focuses on structured sprints, and prioritizes back log items. Moreover focuses of XP are more on paired programming, prioritizing the tasks, and more test driven development. Scrum teams do not allow changes into their sprints. Once the sprint planning meeting is completed and a commitment made to deliver a set of product backlog items, that set of items… Read more“Difference between Scrum and XP (Extreme Programming)”