Agile practices are a set of methods and practices used in project management that prioritize collaboration, flexibility, and continuous improvement. Agile practices are commonly used in software development, but they can be applied to any type of project. Some key features of Agile practices include:
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Iterative approach: Agile projects are broken down into smaller phases, commonly known as sprints, that are completed in short-term development cycles.
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Collaboration: Agile emphasizes continuous collaboration and communication between team members and stakeholders.
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Flexibility: Agile projects are designed to be adaptable to changes and can be continuously improved upon throughout their life cycle.
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Self-organizing teams: Agile teams are self-organizing and cross-functional, meaning that team members work together to complete tasks and make decisions.
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Continuous improvement: Agile projects prioritize continuous reflection and adjustment to improve effectiveness.
Agile practices are supported by a number of concrete practices, covering areas like requirements, design, modeling, coding, testing, planning, risk management, process, quality, etc. Some notable Agile software development practices include Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP) . Agile practices have been cited as potentially inefficient in large organizations and certain types of development.