Agile frameworks like Scrum are built on two fundamental principles: iterative development and incremental development. These terms are so frequently used (and misused) that their impact can be lost, but understanding how each approach works—and why combining them is so powerful—is key to building better software, faster. This article breaks…

…tendency to create an iterative waterfall process and then to call it agile. An iterative waterfall looks something like this: In one sprint, someone (perhaps a business analyst working with a product owner) figures out what is to be built. Because they’re trying to be agile, they do this with…

…the skepticism) of combining Agile and data science. Tune in as they explore the art of crafting Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to create impactful and efficient solutions. Overview In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian sits down with Lance Dacy to delve into the nuances of aligning data…

…regarding transitioning to the agile process has been to start with a pilot project, learn from it, and then spread agile throughout the organization. This approach is the frequently used Start Small pattern in which an organization selects typically one to three teams (of five to ten people each), gets…

…ever said transitioning to agile is easy. At least no one who’s tried to create a more agile workplace has said that. Investing in business agility transformation is, however, very worth the effort. Studies have shown that adopting an agile framework reduces time to value, improves quality, increases employee job…

…she explains how test-driven development is evolving in the age of AI, and why developers need to slow down, not speed up. Overview In this episode, Brian sits down with Clare Sudbery, experienced developer, TDD advocate, and all-around brilliant explainer, to unpack the evolving relationship between test-driven development and AI-generated…

…more sense to create agile organizations, ready to adapt to whatever comes their way. But how do you manage the effort of moving from the point you are today—whether that’s just starting to adopt an agile project management approach or fine-tuning your implementation—to a place where you can readily react…

…eventually wanted Scrum and agile to go away. From what I've read lately, maybe we're there. I don’t think a week passes without some article called “Agile Is Dead.” or “Is Scrum Dead?” appearing in my browser or email. Does that mean that we are in a post-agile era? Is…

How does Agile fit into the fast-paced, high-stakes world of game development? Clinton Keith, author of Agile Game Development, spills the secrets from his time working with some of the top studios in the industry and explains why adapting Agile to gaming is both a challenge and a game-changer. Overview…

An agile transformation is the ongoing process of adopting agile values, principles, and practices to improve business outcomes. Successful agile transformations result in cost savings, improved customer satisfaction, and faster time to market. Agile transformations don't succeed by accident. Sustainable change takes time, effort, commitment, and planning. Most organizations know…

The iterative and incremental nature of agile makes an agile approach seemingly less compatible with project governance or oversight. Traditional, sequential approaches to project management are a more natural fit with management’s desire for oversight on projects. The purpose of project oversight, commonly called governance, is to make sure a…

…frequent guest and fellow Agile coach Lance Dacy for a wide-ranging conversation about remote work, in-office mandates, and the big question: what actually boosts team performance? Together, they explore what we’ve learned (and what we haven’t) in the five years since COVID reshaped the way we work. With studies offering…

…Scrum allows for flexible agile planning that can be quickly updated based on feedback and changing requirements. Empowerment of Teams: Scrum encourages stakeholders to empower teams to find the best ways to achieve their objectives, fostering innovation and ownership. Continuous Improvement: Through regular retrospectives, Scrum teams continuously reflect on their…

…this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian Milner is joined by Paige Watson, a technical coach, seasoned XP practitioner, and self-proclaimed “code crafter.” Paige shares his firsthand experience navigating ADHD as a software developer, and how practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD), ensemble programming, and visual planning (like Discovery Trees)…