Extreme Programming Explained : Embrace Change

Name: Extreme Programming Explained : Embrace Change
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(Author) Kent Beck

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Accountability. Transparency. Responsibility. These are not words that are often applied to software development. In this completely revised introduction to Extreme Programming (XP), Kent Beck describes how to improve your software development by integrating these highly desirable concepts into your daily development process. The first edition of Extreme Programming Explained is a classic. It won awards for its then-radical ideas for improving small-team development, such as having developers write automated tests for their own code and having the whole team plan weekly. Much has changed in five years. This completely rewritten second edition expands the scope of XP to teams of any size by suggesting a program of continuous improvement based on.

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Publisher:

Pearson Education (US)

Format:

Paperback

Number of pages:

218

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ISBN:

9780321278654

Publish year:

2004

Publish date:

Dec. 2, 2004

Kent Beck

Kent Beck is a software engineer and author known for his significant contributions to the field of software development. He is the creator of Extreme Programming (XP), a software development methodology that emphasizes frequent communication, simplicity, feedback, and courage. Beck is also the author of several influential books, including "Extreme Programming Explained" and "Test-Driven Development: By Example." His work has had a profound impact on the way software is developed and has inspired many other methodologies and practices in the industry. Beck's writing style is clear, practical, and accessible, making complex technical concepts easy to understand for both beginners and experienced developers. His most famous work, "Extreme Programming Explained," is considered a seminal text in the field of software development and has been influential in shaping the way software is created and maintained.