Agile
Fast track (Summarised definition)
Agile methodology is an iterative project management and development approach that emphasises flexibility, collaboration, and rapid delivery of working solutions. Agile breaks projects into small iterations called sprints, enabling teams to adapt quickly to changes, incorporate feedback continuously, and deliver value incrementally rather than through lengthy development cycles.
Full lap (Full definition)
Agile is an iterative approach to project management and software development that helps teams deliver value to their customers faster and with fewer headaches. Instead of betting everything on a "big bang" launch, an agile team delivers work in small, but consumable, increments. Requirements, plans, and results are evaluated continuously so teams have a natural mechanism for responding to change.
The Agile approach emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and customer satisfaction. It values individuals and interactions over processes and tools, working software over comprehensive documentation, customer collaboration over contract negotiation, and responding to change over following a plan.
Agile methodologies include Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP). Each framework offers a specific set of practices and values to guide teams.
- Scrum is a popular framework that uses short iterations called sprints, typically lasting two to four weeks. During each sprint, the team works to complete a set of tasks and deliver a potentially shippable product increment.
- Kanban is another agile approach that focuses on visualizing workflow and limiting work in progress (WIP). Kanban teams use a Kanban board to track tasks and identify bottlenecks.
- Extreme Programming (XP) is an agile methodology that emphasizes technical excellence and collaboration. XP teams use practices such as pair programming, test-driven development, and continuous integration.
By embracing these principles, teams can better adapt to changing requirements, deliver higher-quality products, and increase customer satisfaction. Agile has become a popular approach across various industries.