Introduction to Agile Methods

by Sondra Ashmore Ph.D., Kristin Runyan

A Thorough Introduction to the Agile Framework and Methodologies That Are Used Worldwide Organizations of all shapes and sizes are embracing Agile methodologies as a way to transform their products, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. Many people with varying levels of work experience are interested in understanding the architecture and nuances of Agile, but it is difficult to know where to start. Numerous practitioner books are available, but there has never been a single source for unbiased information about Agile methodologies–until now. Introduction to Agile Methods is the place to start for students and professionals who want to understand Agile and become conversant with Agile values, principles, framework, and processes. Authors Sondra Ashmore and Kristin Runyan use academic research and their own experiences with numerous Agile implementations to present a clear description of the essential concepts. They address all key roles and the entire development life cycle, including common roadblocks that must be overcome to be successful. Through the authors’ realistic use cases, practical examples, and thought-provoking interviews with pioneering practitioners, complex concepts are made relatable. No matter what your role or level of experience, this book provides a foundational understanding that can be used to start or enhance any Agile effort. Coverage includes

336 pages, Paperback

First published March 26, 2013

Reviews

[Alison · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was an easy read and did a great job covering and explaining Agile methods in the workplace. Each chapter contained review questions that were split up by section, making it easy to break up the chapter into shorter chunks to digest. The content aligned with much of what I've seen with a decade in developer roles on Agile teams.

[Sondra]

It would not be fair of me to review this book considering I am one of the authors, but I do hope that the readers find it helpful and enjoyable.

[Parinya Chavanasuvarngull]

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