Exploring Extreme Programming
Kevin Rutherford and I wrote this article for Better Software magazine; it was the cover article in the July/August 20122 issue. It demonstrates refactoring in Ruby, using a basic “todo” list application. “When Software Smells Bad” (PDF), by Bill Wake Continue reading When Software Smells Bad
Structured Programming, by O.-J. Dahl, E.W. Dijkstra, and C.A.R. Hoare. Academic Press, 1972. This year (2012) is the 40th anniversary of this text, but it holds up well. It consists of three essays: “Notes on Structured Programming” by E.W. Dijkstra Continue reading Review: Structured Programming (Dahl, Dijkstra, and Hoare)
French Translation In the INVEST model for user stories, N is for Negotiable (and Negotiated). Negotiable hints at several important things about stories: The importance of collaboration Evolutionary design Response to change Collaboration Why do firms exist? Why isn’t everything Continue reading Negotiable Stories in the INVEST Model
There are several examples of job aids on xp123.com; I’ve consolidated examples and related books on job aids at its sister site, jobaids.info
The System Metaphor is one of the less popular parts of Extreme Programming (XP). Newer descriptions often even omit it. But metaphor is useful – when you have a good one, it really helps you understand and organize your system. Continue reading The System Metaphor Explored
French translation The INVEST model is a reminder of the important characteristics of user stories, and it starts with I for Independent. Independent stories each describe different aspects of a system’s capabilities. They are easier to work with because each Continue reading Independent Stories in the INVEST Model
Applying Domain-Driven Design and Patterns: With Examples in C# and .NET, by Jimmy Nilsson. Addison-Wesley, 2006. Stir together Eric Evans’ Domain-Driven Design with Martin Fowler’s Patterns of Enterprise Application Architecture, mix in C# code, and you’ve got the flavor of this Continue reading Review: Applying Domain-Driven Design and Patterns (Nilsson)
Ruled Britannia, by Harry Turtledove. This is another of Harry Turtledove’s alternative history novels. In this case, the Spanish Armada succeeded in the late 16th century, and Spain has taken over England. This is the time of Shakespeare and Queen Elizabeth, Continue reading Review – Ruled Britannia (Turtledove)
We held a “Fringe” session at Agile 2011 to discuss how people charter or kick off projects. Elements of “Kickoff” [These are in no particular order.] Vision Release Criteria Success Criteria From and To State Business capability Solution vision Risks Continue reading The Vision Thing: How Do You Charter? #agile2011
Musashi, by Eiji Yoshikawa. Kodansha International, 1995. Swordplay, true love, and a man climbing up the side of a cliff. It’s not the Princess Bride; it’s the story of Musashi, the most famous swordsman of Japan. This is a romanticized, historical fiction novel. Continue reading Review – Musashi