Agile Software Development Chapter 1 Lecture 1 Quiz

What is the primary purpose of test-first development according to the text?

To clarify the requirements to be implemented (correct)
To execute tests automatically
To write tests as programs rather than data
To rely on a testing framework such as JUnit

What is the role of the customer in the testing process according to the text?

To develop acceptance tests for the stories to be implemented (correct)
To validate new code to ensure it meets their needs
To work full-time with the development team
To write tests as development proceeds

What does the text say about the relationship between the customer and the development team?

The customer has limited time available to work with the development team (correct)
The customer develops all the acceptance tests for the stories to be implemented
The customer works full-time with the development team
The customer is not involved in the testing process

What does the text say about the use of automated test harnesses?

They are used to run all component tests each time a new release is built (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing tests as programs rather than data according to the text?

To execute tests automatically (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about the relationship between new functionality and the automated test suite?

New functionality is validated against the existing test suite (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of agile methods in software development?

Code rather than design (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect distinguishes agile methods from software design methods of the 1980s and 1990s?

Iterative approach (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of agile methods in terms of software process overheads?

Limit documentation (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to agile principles, how should customer involvement be throughout the development process?

Close involvement (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of incremental delivery in agile software development?

Software is developed in increments based on customer requirements (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do agile principles view the skills of the development team?

Recognized and exploited (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of incremental planning in Extreme Programming?

To determine the stories to be included in a release based on priority and available time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'simple design' mean in the context of Extreme Programming?

Designing enough to meet current requirements without unnecessary complexity (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is test-first development important in Extreme Programming?

To ensure tests are written for new functionality before its implementation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of pair programming in Extreme Programming?

To check each other's work and provide mutual support (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does maintaining simplicity through constant refactoring of code help achieve?

Ensuring the system remains simple and maintainable (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is refactoring important in Extreme Programming?

To continuously improve the code as soon as possible improvements are found (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern raised about the maintainability of systems developed using an agile approach?

The emphasis on minimizing formal documentation during the development process (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of agile development over plan-driven development?

Agile development enables faster delivery of new features and functionality to customers (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of Extreme Programming (XP), as described in the text?

New versions being built several times per day (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason the text suggests that agile methods may not be effective for evolving a system in response to customer change requests?

Agile methods rely on the availability of the original development team, which may not be possible to maintain over time (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the relationship between specification, design, implementation, and testing in agile development?

They are interleaved and decided through a process of negotiation during the development process (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between plan-driven development and agile development, as described in the text?

Plan-driven development focuses on detailed upfront planning, while agile development emphasizes responding to change (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of software project managers in an agile approach?

To manage the project so that the software is delivered on time and within the planned budget (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the initial phase in the Scrum approach?

To establish the general objectives for the project and design the software architecture (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does agile project management differ from the standard, plan-driven approach?

Agile is adapted to incremental development and the particular strengths of agile methods (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the project closure phase in the Scrum approach?

To wrap up the project, complete required documentation, and assess lessons learned (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does pair programming and collective ownership support refactoring in agile projects?

They allow others to benefit immediately from the refactoring, making them more likely to support the process (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Scrum approach?

Developing an increment of the system in a series of sprint cycles (C) Signup and view all the answers