Agile methodology is a popular approach in software development that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and iterative progress. It's a way to manage and adapt to change in a dynamic environment.
Key Principles of Agile
- Individuals and Interactions Over Processes and Tools: Agile values people over processes and tools.
- Working Software Over Comprehensive Documentation: Agile focuses on delivering working software at a faster pace than traditional methods.
- Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation: Agile encourages close collaboration with customers.
- Responding to Change Over Following a Plan: Agile teams adapt and respond to change throughout the project.
Agile Methodologies
- Scrum: A framework for managing knowledge work, characterized by short iterations called sprints.
- Kanban: A method for managing the creation of products using an information radiator (Kanban board) to indicate work-in-progress and support a continuous flow of work.
- Lean: A systematic approach to identifying and eliminating waste and delivering value to the customer.
Agile Methodology Diagram
Benefits of Agile
- Increased Productivity: Agile methodologies help teams deliver more value in less time.
- Better Quality: The iterative nature of Agile allows for early and continuous feedback, leading to better quality products.
- Improved Customer Satisfaction: Agile enables teams to respond quickly to customer needs and deliver products that align with their expectations.
Further Reading
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