Hacking Humans Agile Software Development Method (noun) [Word Notes]
Aug 19, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of agile software development, where incremental delivery and team collaboration reign supreme. Explore its evolution from traditional methods, highlighting the Agile Manifesto's transformative impact. Discover how breaking down complex tasks enhances adaptability and security in software systems. The discussion illuminates the challenges faced by pioneers in the field, shedding light on the ongoing importance of agility in modern programming.
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Core Agile Philosophy
- Agile prioritizes incremental delivery, collaboration, and continuous planning over rigid processes.
- The method reframes progress as working software rather than exhaustive documentation.
Birth Of The Agile Manifesto
- Rick recounts the history leading to the Agile Manifesto, including early alternatives like Scrum and XP in the 1990s.
- He describes the 2001 Utah meeting of 17 developers that produced the Agile Manifesto and its four values.
Working Software As The Milestone
- The manifesto reframed milestones as working code and prioritized individuals and customer collaboration.
- This mindset shift enabled far faster deployment cadences compared to waterfall-era releases.