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Basis of Estimating Software Development

Herding Cats

The estimating of software development is both straightforward and complex. Here are some resources that will provide guidance to produce credible software development estimates, in both traditional and agile domains. Software Sizing and Estimating: Mk II FPA , Charles Symons, John Wiley & Sons, 1991.

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Current State and Future Prospects of Scrum and Agile Development in Japan

Scrum.org

The software had to be just good enough for the client to sign off on it, and since they were largely captive clients unable to look outside their keiretsu group for support, that was a very low bar indeed ". In other words, for most people in Japan, software development was and remained an exercise in box checking.

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Is Software Development Art or Engineering

Herding Cats

I started my career as a Software Engineer , writing Fortran 77 signal processing algorithms to find and track missile launchers in the middle eastern desert. Signal processing is a domain of software development well suited to the paradigm of engineered systems. The design of the code was straight forward.

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5 Agile Methodologies for Project Managers that are not Scrum Framework

Project Pulse Journal

Each methodology is relevant in its own right, unlocking potential, driving innovation, and ensuring that your projects meet expectations. Ready to transform your approach to project management and software development? Columns include "Reported," "Confirmed," "In Development," "Testing," and "Deployed."

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The Pillar of Steady Operations: Site Reliability Engineer

Wrike

Enter the Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), the unsung hero of the digital age. This comprehensive article will delve into the world of SREs, exploring their role, responsibilities, importance in business operations, the intersection of software engineering and systems administration, and the future trends shaping this crucial field.

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The Scrum Master Job (1): 4 Steps to Identify Suitable Employers or Clients

Scrum.org

The reasons for this are apparent, with software eating the world and the pace of innovation accelerating as the market-entry barriers of the technology sector are continuously lowered. Venture capital is also widely available, and startups are gaining an innovative advantage over established organizations. Agile Clinic.

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How Much Does the SAFe® Program Consultant (SPC) Course Cost?

Agilemania

It is earned by an individual who has demonstrated mastery of the entire software development lifecycle. These individuals have a deep knowledge of how to implement and manage a software development project within the context of their organization.