Agile Frameworks & Methodologies Flashcards
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Which Agile framework specifically emphasizes the 'Last Responsible Moment' as a decision-making principle?
Answer: Lean Software Development
Lean Software Development, adapted by Mary and Tom Poppendieck, advocates delaying decisions until the last responsible moment to preserve options and use better information.
In the Nexus framework for scaling Scrum, what is the primary purpose of the Nexus Integration Team?
Answer: To coordinate, coach, and supervise the application of Nexus and resolve integration issues
The Nexus Integration Team is accountable for ensuring that a releasable Integrated Increment is produced each Sprint and integration obstacles are resolved.
In DSDM (Dynamic Systems Development Method), what principle ensures the project delivers on time by adjusting features rather than extending the deadline?
Answer: MoSCoW prioritization
MoSCoW (Must have, Should have, Could have, Won't have) allows DSDM teams to drop lower-priority features to meet fixed time and cost constraints.
What is a 'velocity' in Scrum used for?
Answer: Forecasting how much work a team can complete in future sprints
Velocity is the sum of story points completed per Sprint, used as a planning tool to forecast how much work the team can take on in future sprints.
Which principle from the Agile Manifesto specifically addresses responding to evolving requirements?
Answer: Welcome changing requirements, even late in development
The Agile Manifesto principle states that agile processes harness change for the customer's competitive advantage, even late in development.
In Scrum, what is the maximum length of a Sprint according to the Scrum Guide?
Answer: 4 weeks
The Scrum Guide specifies that Sprints are one month (4 weeks) or less in length to limit risk and ensure frequent inspection.
Which Agile approach uses a 'Pull system' where team members pull work when they have capacity rather than having work assigned to them?
Answer: Kanban
Kanban uses a pull system where team members pull items from the backlog column only when they have capacity, preventing overload.