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Agile Discovery and Delivery - INCONCEIVABLE - with Amber Field

Sep 5, 2023
Amber Field, author of Agile Discovery and Delivery, discusses the importance of continuous learning and experimentation in software development. Topics include self-forming teams, staying close to customers, bridging the gap between technology and customer needs, and the relevance of pair programming, mob programming, and DevOps in corporate America.
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  • Teaching early career software developers about agile discovery and customer engagement is crucial for their success in the workforce.
  • The concepts of self-selection in team formation and the importance of embracing mob programming and DevOps culture can lead to improved outcomes and learning experiences in software development.

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The Importance of Agile Skills for Early Career Software Developers

Amberfield, author of the book Agile's Discovery and Delivery, emphasizes the significance of teaching agile software development skills to early career software developers. She observes that many students lack the people side of software development when they enter the workforce, which can hinder their ability to hit the ground running. Amber's motivation for writing the book was to provide this essential knowledge to early career software developers and tech entrepreneurs so they can avoid the lengthy learning curve she experienced in her agile journey.

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