Hell Yeah!
The 50 Who Matter Now – Agile Software Development (33) – Business 2.0Why it matters: It started as a rebellion against overwrought, Dilbert-style software development projects. Today the set of practices known as agile software development is reshaping the way coders and entrepreneurs create Web-based services.
Agile teams work very quickly — sometimes in as little as a week — to create small chunks of code. Once a component is finished, additional features are added, with the process repeating indefinitely. Agile also has a reputation for enabling managers to deliver products on time and under budget, which helps explain why it has become a methodology of choice at companies like Google and Lockheed Martin.
You’re damn right. Agile is gaining some notiriety. Now if I can only get my bosses to notice I could make some progress. Any way, get your tickets for Agile 2007 in D.C. I’m going.