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A no-nonsense introduction to the highlights of agile and iterative software development methods from a noted software expert.
The latest teachings from noted software development expert Craig Larman
Provides managers and practitioners alike with a summary of the key ideas of agile development, and evidence for its value
Details the four most important iterative methods- Extreme Programming, Scrum, the Rational Unified Process, and Evo Agile and iterative methods have emerged as the most popular approaches to software development, and with good reason. Research (examined and cited in detail within this book) shows that iterative methods reduce the risk of failure, compared to traditional models of development. This book is an efficient introduction for both managers and practitioners that need a distilled and carefully organized learning aid for the hands-on practices from planning to requirements to testing and the values that define these methods. The author also provides evidence of the value of switching to agile and iterative methods. By studying this book, the reader will learn to apply the key ideas in agile and iterative development, the details and comparison of four influential iterative methods (Scrum, Extreme Programming, Evo, and the Unified Process), answers to frequently asked questions, and important related management skills. The book's goal is quality information that can be quickly understood and applied.

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Agile and iterative methods have emerged as the most popular approaches to software development, and with good reason. Research (examined and cited in detail within this book) shows that iterative methods reduce the risk of failure, compared to traditional models of development. This book is an efficient introduction for both managers and practitioners that need a distilled and carefully organized learning aid for the hands-on practices from planning to requirements to testing and the values that define these methods. The author also provides evidence of the value of switching to agile and iterative methods. By studying this book, the reader will learn to apply the key ideas in agile and iterative development, the details and comparison of four influential iterative methods (Scrum, Extreme Programming, Evo, and the Unified Process), answers to frequently asked questions, and important related management skills. The book's goal is quality information that can be quickly understood and applied.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   5 of 5 people found the following review helpful: Very Readable, 29 April 2006 By  C. Jack "colinjack" (Edinburgh) - See all my reviews    Superbly written book that is also very interesting, I particularly enjoyed the chapter on the history of iterative development. Don't expect a massive amount of detail though, its really just giving you a good overview of agile development and the different processes you can use.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   10 of 13 people found the following review helpful: well written, balanced text - with evidence, 14 Dec 2003 By  Mr. C. J. Ching (a kiwi in Scotland) - See all my reviews    Craig Larman explains what agile software development is, how it works and why it works. One chapter provides thorough evidence for agile. Another is an excellent summary of the pitfalls of the "big bang" waterfall approach. Larman writes simply and elegantly. This is an excellent book.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: Useful insights but poorly put together, 7 Nov 2007 By  Mr. P. Stamp "paulstamp" (York, UK) - See all my reviews    I bought this book as an experienced project manager who has worked historically in organisations espousing either overly-prescriptive or overly-free development methods, wanting to learn a little more about the standard "Agile" practices. Larman includes lots of good information on why iterative and incremental delivery pays dividends over more "traditional" methods such as the Waterfall, but I found the presentation to