Agile development

Agile Development is a term used in the field of software development to describe a type of project management approach that values flexibility, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. It is characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work and frequent reassessment and adaptation of plans.

History

The concept of Agile Development was born out of the need for a more flexible and adaptive approach to software development. In 2001, a group of seventeen software developers met in Snowbird, Utah and created the Agile Manifesto, a declaration of four values and twelve principles that serve as the foundation of Agile Development.

Principles

The principles of Agile Development, as outlined in the Agile Manifesto, emphasize customer satisfaction, welcoming change, delivering working software frequently, close collaboration between business people and developers, sustainable development, technical excellence, simplicity, self-organizing teams, and regular reflection and adjustment.

Methodologies

There are several methodologies that fall under the umbrella of Agile Development, including Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP), Lean Software Development, and Kanban. Each of these methodologies has its own unique approach, but they all share the common principles of Agile Development.

Benefits and Challenges

Agile Development offers several benefits, including increased customer satisfaction, improved product quality, reduced risks, and improved project predictability. However, it also presents several challenges, such as the need for cultural change, the difficulty of managing changing requirements, and the potential for scope creep.

See Also

• Scrum (software development)
• Extreme Programming
• Lean Software Development
• Kanban (development)