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The Agile Manifesto was agreed upon by a group of 17 software ______.
The Agile Manifesto was agreed upon by a group of 17 software ______.
developers
One of the values of the Agile Manifesto emphasizes individuals and interactions over processes and ______.
One of the values of the Agile Manifesto emphasizes individuals and interactions over processes and ______.
tools
The Agile value prioritizes customer collaboration over contract ______.
The Agile value prioritizes customer collaboration over contract ______.
negotiation
According to Agile, working ______ is valued more than comprehensive documentation.
According to Agile, working ______ is valued more than comprehensive documentation.
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In a project, understanding is formed through ______.
In a project, understanding is formed through ______.
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A flexible approach to contracts is necessary for high ______ work.
A flexible approach to contracts is necessary for high ______ work.
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Traditional Project Management, also known as ______, was popularized in the 1950s.
Traditional Project Management, also known as ______, was popularized in the 1950s.
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The value of collaboration emphasizes problem solving over ______.
The value of collaboration emphasizes problem solving over ______.
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The Agile Manifesto was formed by the Agile ______ in 2001.
The Agile Manifesto was formed by the Agile ______ in 2001.
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One agile methodology introduced in the 1980s is ______ Application Development.
One agile methodology introduced in the 1980s is ______ Application Development.
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Documentation can create an 'us vs. ______' mentality.
Documentation can create an 'us vs. ______' mentality.
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The ______ Framework, established by Jeff Sutherland in 1993, is one of the most popular agile methodologies.
The ______ Framework, established by Jeff Sutherland in 1993, is one of the most popular agile methodologies.
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Agile principles emphasize delivering customer ______ and adapting to change quickly.
Agile principles emphasize delivering customer ______ and adapting to change quickly.
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High uncertainty in requirements creates significant project ______ in waterfall projects.
High uncertainty in requirements creates significant project ______ in waterfall projects.
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One of the principles of the Agile Manifesto is that working software is the primary measure of ______.
One of the principles of the Agile Manifesto is that working software is the primary measure of ______.
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Having an agile ______ means being open to change and continuously reflecting on how to become more effective.
Having an agile ______ means being open to change and continuously reflecting on how to become more effective.
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In this course we will dive into the world of ______ principles.
In this course we will dive into the world of ______ principles.
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Students will delve into values and principles covered in the agile ______.
Students will delve into values and principles covered in the agile ______.
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This course will also explore how to respond to change the agile ______.
This course will also explore how to respond to change the agile ______.
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The course includes a group ______ as part of the evaluation.
The course includes a group ______ as part of the evaluation.
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Traditional project management has key differences with ______ project management.
Traditional project management has key differences with ______ project management.
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The format of the class includes a ______ and exercise component.
The format of the class includes a ______ and exercise component.
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The week-to-week content can be accessed through ______.
The week-to-week content can be accessed through ______.
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The final assessment of the course includes a ______ exam.
The final assessment of the course includes a ______ exam.
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The Agile Manifesto was published in ______ as a better way of delivering software and systems projects.
The Agile Manifesto was published in ______ as a better way of delivering software and systems projects.
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Agile is not a methodology but a ______ or way of thinking.
Agile is not a methodology but a ______ or way of thinking.
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The Agile Manifesto includes 4 values and ______ principles to guide agile practitioners.
The Agile Manifesto includes 4 values and ______ principles to guide agile practitioners.
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Minimizing risk to customers allows for an increase in value and eliminating waste on ______ projects.
Minimizing risk to customers allows for an increase in value and eliminating waste on ______ projects.
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Agile, like Lean, focuses on increasing value to customers and minimizing ______.
Agile, like Lean, focuses on increasing value to customers and minimizing ______.
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Our highest priority is to satisfy the ______ through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.
Our highest priority is to satisfy the ______ through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.
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Agile processes harness change for the customer’s competitive ______.
Agile processes harness change for the customer’s competitive ______.
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Deliver working software ______, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months.
Deliver working software ______, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months.
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Business people and ______ must work together daily throughout the project.
Business people and ______ must work together daily throughout the project.
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The most efficient method of conveying information to and within a development team is ______ conversation.
The most efficient method of conveying information to and within a development team is ______ conversation.
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Working software is the primary measure of ______.
Working software is the primary measure of ______.
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Agile processes promote ______ development, allowing sponsors, developers, and users to maintain a constant pace indefinitely.
Agile processes promote ______ development, allowing sponsors, developers, and users to maintain a constant pace indefinitely.
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Simplicity–the art of maximizing the amount of ______ not done–is essential.
Simplicity–the art of maximizing the amount of ______ not done–is essential.
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Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and ______ delivery of valuable software.
Our highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and ______ delivery of valuable software.
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Agile processes welcome changing requirements, even ______ in development.
Agile processes welcome changing requirements, even ______ in development.
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Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of ______, with a preference to the shorter timescale.
Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of ______, with a preference to the shorter timescale.
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Business people and developers must work together ______ throughout the project.
Business people and developers must work together ______ throughout the project.
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Agile processes promote ______ development.
Agile processes promote ______ development.
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The best architectures, requirements, and designs emerge from ______ teams.
The best architectures, requirements, and designs emerge from ______ teams.
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Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances ______.
Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances ______.
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Simplicity–the art of maximizing the amount of work not ______–is essential.
Simplicity–the art of maximizing the amount of work not ______–is essential.
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course title: MGMT8085: Agile Principles
- Course overview: The course dives into Agile principles for continuous delivery and improvement in IT projects. It examines Agile values, principles from the Agile manifesto, and communication with cross-functional teams. Popular Agile frameworks will be explored.
- Week 1 class 1: Introduction to Agile
Course Overview
- The course introduces Agile principles that support continuous delivery and improvement in IT projects.
- Students will learn about Agile values and principles in the Agile manifesto.
- Agile communication with user stories and cross-functional teams will be explored.
- How to respond to change using Agile methods will be covered, including popular Agile frameworks.
Ice-Breaker
- Students will participate in an ice-breaker activity with the following questions:
- Name
- Academic Background
- Reasoning for choosing Conestoga, the relevant program, or a specific topic they want to learn.
Course Format & Evaluations
- The course schedule includes weeks 1-15, with different assessments during these weeks.
- Assessments include Quizzes for weeks 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 11, and 12.
- An assignment is due in week 6.
- A midterm exam is held in week 7.
- Group projects (part 1 due in week 10, and part 2 due in week 14)
- The final exam is in week 15.
Resources
- eConestoga: Course materials are available on eConestoga.
- Week-to-week content
- PowerPoint Slides
- E-text resource: Agile Practice Guide (190 pages) from the Project Management Institute (September 2017)
This Class
- The class includes:
- Lecture: 35 minutes
- Break: 10 minutes
- Lecture & Exercise: 50 minutes
- Break: 10 minutes
- Practice Exercise/Discussion: 25 minutes
- Asynchronous Hour: 5 minutes
- Summary: 10 minutes
- Q&A: 5 minutes
What is Agile?
- Agile focuses on thinking and interacting to achieve agility.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the origin and development of Agile.
- Contrast traditional and Agile project management.
- Identify Agile methodologies that preceded Agile.
- Introduce the Agile Manifesto, its four values, and 12 principles.
- Examine Agile principles in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Connect Agile values and principles to customer value and project risk.
- Understanding Agile Mindset
Week 1: Agile Words
- Students are asked to use a website, menti.com, to answer questions about Agile words.
History of Agile
- Early traditional project management (popularized in the 1950s, like Waterfall) is addressed
- Different agile methodologies from 1980s to 1990s are mentioned.
- Formation of the Agile Alliance.
- The importance of the Agile Manifesto.
- Agile terms and concepts.
Traditional Project Management
- Works well for projects with clearly defined tasks (like construction).
- Not well-suited for projects with high uncertainty.
- Challenges in adapting to changing requirements and high uncertainty lead to risks.
- Products are delivered at the project end in a single batch
Agile Methodologies
- Rapid Application Development (1980s)
- Adaptive Software Development (1990s)
- Crystal Agile Methodology (1991)
- Scrum Framework (1993)
- Dynamic System Development Method (DSDM) (1994)
- Extreme Programming (XP) (1996)
- Feature Driven Development (FDD) (1997)
Agile Alliance
- Formed in 2001.
- 17 software developers agreed to the Agile Manifesto’s 4 values.
- Agile frameworks already existed, forming the foundation of Agile project management.
- Connection to Lean and Toyota Production.
The Agile Manifesto
- Aims to uncover better ways of developing software.
- Values individuals and interactions over processes and tools.
- Prioritizes working software over comprehensive documentation.
- Favors collaboration over contract negotiation.
- Prioritizes responding to change over following a plan.
Agile Terms & Concepts
- Backlog, Backlog Refinement, Burndown Chart, Continuous Integration, Daily Stand-up, Definition of Done, Epic, etc.
Agile Explained
- Introduction to the Agile mindset.
Agile Values
- Understand the Agile Values
- Value #1: Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
- Value #2: Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
- Value #3: Working software over comprehensive documentation
- Value #4: Responding to change over following a plan
Exercise Instructions (Page 26)
- Students are divided into small groups (4-5).
- They discuss their values, activities that relate to their values, and practices that disagree with their values.
- Example: Value spending time with family, take time to facetime each week, dislike people throwing recycling in the garbage.
Agile Principles (Page 29, 48)
- Our highest priority to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.
- Welcome changing requirements even late in development.
- Deliver working software frequently.
- Business people and developers work together daily.
- Build projects around motivated individuals.
- The most efficient and effective method is face to face communication.
- Working software is the primary measure of progress.
- Agile promotes sustainable development.
- Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design enhances agility.
- Simplicity is essential to maximize the amount of work not done.
- The best architectures, requirements, and designs emerge from self-organizing teams.
- The team reflects regularly.
Principle #1
- Waiting to deliver software at the end puts customer satisfaction at risk
Principle #2
- Small-batch sizes and iterative development yield higher customer satisfaction
Principle #3
- Smaller batch sizes minimize potential for waste and rework.
Principle #4
- Collaboration and diverse teams, involving end users, yield better software
Principle #5
- Micromanagement is ineffective
- Teams should be empowered to deliver projects.
Principle #6
- Face-to-face communication is ideal for confirming mutual understanding.
Principle #7
- Difficult for end users to visualize software functionality without testing
Principle #8
- Sustainable development allows teams to maintain a constant pace.
Principle #9
- Building quality reduces waste and improves software quality. Self-forming teams have pride of product ownership.
Principle #10
- Asking if tasks add value to the end user is crucial.
Principle #11
- Self-organizing teams leverage combined skillsets to improve efficiency.
Principle #12
- Reflecting on effectiveness helps teams adjust their behavior and improve.
Agile Mindset (p 43)
- Understanding different frameworks and their implementations.
- Adapting the current project process incrementally, focusing on agile principles and values..
How it all connects (p 44)
- Agile mindset is defined by values, guided by principles, and manifested through practices.
In-Class Exercise (p 47)
- Students discuss the 12 principles of Agile in groups of 4-5.
- Which agile principle is most closely related to their work practices and why?
- Which agile principle are they looking forward to applying in this course/their career and why?
Asynchronous Activity for Week 1 (p 49,50)
- Review a video on Introduction to Agile by James Newkirk.
- What agile framework is James Newkirk most familiar with?
- What are James Newkirk's suggestions when implementing Agile?
Test Your Knowledge (p 51,52)
- Take a quiz using menti.com to test comprehension.
Summary (p. 53, 54)
- Agile Alliance introduced the Agile Manifesto in 2001 aiming for better software development.
- Agile is a mindset, not a methodology, to adapt to high uncertainty.
- The Agile Manifesto contains 4 values and 12 principles guiding agile practitioners.
- Agile, similar to Lean, prioritizes increasing customer value and minimizing waste.
Next Class (p 55)
- Discuss how Agile principles relate to agile project management practices.
- Explain the relationship between lean and agile.
- Identify common lean and agile practices in project management.
- Explain how Agile principles are derived from the Agile Manifesto's 4 values.
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