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Summary: broad overview of various methods with details on mechanics
Comment: The book is very informative and presents both previous (EVO, XP) and current (UP, Scrum) methodologies. I am a project manager and this book helped me understand enough of Agile methodologies to apply it in my work environment. Good detail about each method and how it provides benefit. Before attempting to deploy Scrum or RUP/UP, read this book to understand the larger context and get other ideas for things to incorporate into your framework.
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Summary: good start
Comment: Well this book seemed to be a perfect choice if you want to get an introduction to existing agile methods. This book describes them quite well for a first shot, and even compares them. There are good tips of combining these methods according to your needs. If you want to know one of the methods better you'll need to buy another book unfortunately.
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Summary: Good Overview of Iterative and Agile
Comment: This book provides a very good overview for managers of the Iterative & Agile Development methods. I liked this book...it isn't too in-depth...perfect for someone who needs to know the basics about Scrum, XP, UP and other Iterative/Agile methods.
Two things about the book that keep it out of my 'recommended book list' are:
1. I thought it could have used a bit more editing/revision prior to release as their are some minor errors, but on the whole this is a very good book.
2. Removal or Revision of Chapter 4. This chapter is an attempt to bring all of the agile/iterative methods together into a 'story' but it just doesn't work that well for me. What might have helped is to move this chapter toward the end of the book after all the methods have been discussed.
Overall...this is a good book and one worth reading if you are interested in learning more about Iterative & Agile development topics. The book really made me think about the 'tried and true' PMI methods for managing projects and how those methodologies aren't really a good fit in the world of software development.
After reading the book (and a few other Agile books) I've begun to think about ways to move Agile methods from software/product development to other areas such as IT Management, Service Management and other areas of business.
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Summary: Great book on Adaptive software development
Comment: I have been involved in software development processes for the last 18 years. This is the kind of book that I read cover to cover. Carig Larman has not only defined what agility really is, but also covered most of the known agile methods like Scrum, XP, UP and Evo. Chapter 11 "Practice Tips" contains many many useful and practical tips.
Author builds the ground on basis that software development is fundamentaly differnt than predictable mass manufacturing. Therefore, typical enigeering concepts (including traditional software engieering) do not apply. The book is a bit expensive but well worth its cost.
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Summary: Must have
Comment: I've got an extensive library of agile and software development texts. I wish I had bought this much earlier.
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