OBJECTIVES
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CHAPTER
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New and Emerging
Process Methodologies
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Understand the limitations of traditional process methodologies and the
applicability of Agile processes.
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Understand the basic tenets of Agile software processes.
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Gain familiarity with several commonly used Agile processes.
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5.1 What Are Agile Processes?
Agile processes are a family of software development methodologies that produce soft-
ware in short iterations and allow for greater changes in design. It should be noted at
the outset ...

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