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Why Agile Engineering Practices in Software Development Are Essential to Achieve Agility

Scrum.org

In the Oxford Diary, the word agility is defined as the ability to move quickly and easily. It is therefore understandable that many people relate agility to speed. The term “agility” is often used to describe “a change of direction of speed”. Agility involves the ability to react in unpredictable environments.

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Software Development Estimation: A Quick Guide

ProjectManager.com

Software development estimation is an essential part of many projects. Despite its importance, software development estimation is often overlooked. Let’s explore how software development estimation works and its techniques and tools. What Is Software Development Estimation? Learn more.

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Agile Teams: Roles & Structures That Work

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Agile methods need Agile teams — teams that think differently and work in ways that support responsive delivery. An agile mindset, and a set of shared values, principles, and often Agile tools, help Agile teams succeed. So why are agile teams different to other types of ‘classic’ project team?

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SDLC – The Software Development Life Cycle

ProjectManager.com

The software development life cycle (SDLC) is how it’s done in software development. What Is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)? The software development life cycle (SDLC) is a process by which software is developed and deployed. Agile Model. SDLC Phases.

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What Is a Burn Up Chart In Agile Project Management?

ProjectManager.com

But if you’re working in an agile environment, the Gantt chart isn’t the right tool for your iterative approach to project management. A burn up chart is a tool used in agile project management to measure progress. Scrum teams working in an agile environment use a burn up chart to help them measure progress.

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20 Years of The Agile Manifesto

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Can you believe the Agile Manifesto has been around 20 years? The Agile Manifesto has probably had the greatest impact on how projects are done – even how non- agile projects are done. The concept of iterating, developing and focusing on value are principles that even predictive projects benefit from.

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How to Create an Effective Agile Software Development Plan?

nTask

No project is complete until it's been thoroughly planned and executed in Agile style. If you're new to agile software development, or simply want to improve your team's agility skills, this guide is for you.