Agile methodology basics in Intro to Computing - Interactive Code Practice

Practice - 5 Tasks

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easy

Complete the code to name the Agile framework that uses sprints.

Intro to Computing

The Agile framework that uses time-boxed iterations called [1] is Scrum.

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Aphases

Bcycles

Csprints

Dsteps

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Common Mistakes

Confusing sprints with phases or cycles which are longer or less specific.

Using generic terms like steps instead of the specific Agile term.

In Agile, Scrum uses short time-boxed iterations called sprints to deliver work incrementally.

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medium

Complete the sentence to describe Agile's approach to changes.

Intro to Computing

Agile welcomes [1] even late in development to improve the product.

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Adelays

Bcosts

Cproblems

Dchanges

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Common Mistakes

Choosing negative terms like delays or problems instead of positive adaptation.

Confusing costs with changes.

Agile values responding to changes over following a fixed plan, even late in development.

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hard

Fix the error in the Agile principle about team communication.

Intro to Computing

The most efficient and effective method of conveying information to and within a development team is [1] communication.

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Awritten

Bface-to-face

Cemail

Ddocumented

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Common Mistakes

Choosing written or documented communication which can be slower.

Selecting email which is less immediate than face-to-face.

Agile emphasizes face-to-face communication as the best way to share information quickly and clearly.

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hard

Fill both blanks to complete the Agile values statement.

Intro to Computing

Individuals and interactions over [1], and working software over [2].

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Aprocesses and tools

Bcomprehensive documentation

Ccontract negotiation

Dfollowing a plan

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Common Mistakes

Mixing up the pairs or choosing contract negotiation instead of documentation.

Confusing following a plan with processes and tools.

Agile values individuals and interactions more than processes and tools, and working software more than comprehensive documentation.

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hard

Fill all three blanks to complete the Agile Scrum roles.

Intro to Computing

The three main Scrum roles are [1], [2], and [3].

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AProduct Owner

BScrum Master

CDevelopment Team

DProject Manager

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Common Mistakes

Including Project Manager as a Scrum role.

Confusing Scrum Master with Development Team.

The three main Scrum roles are Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Development Team. Project Manager is not a Scrum role.