Estimation

Agile and Scrum have transformed project management in the tech industry and beyond. With their emphasis on collaboration, iterative development, and adaptability, these approaches have revolutionized how teams work together to deliver high-quality products. For agile practitioners, from Scrum team members to senior leadership, understanding the difference between estimating and committing is pivotal. Let’s explore not just the conceptual differences of the two, but how forecasting work versus committing to work blindly can influence the dynamics of an agile team.

How to integrate rework into your everyday life while building software and why it’s key to success.

You’ve just finished a great story-writing workshop with your stakeholders. You’re excited about the new product and are anxious to get started. Until, that is, you get back to your office and look at the mountain of stories that you’ve somehow got to estimate and prioritize. All your excitement disappears as you face the hard truth: You have no idea where to start.

As parents, we can all relate to the challenge of keeping kids motivated and on track. To make it easier, why not use agile techniques right in your own home? This tried-and-true blog post from 2006 shows you how - trust us, its timeless advice has been put into practice with a variety of families since then!