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Software Evolution
The life cycle of a complex software system is divided into several stages. Often, the period of evolution is left out.
The Agile Test Manager – An Oxymoron? (Part 3)
Do we still need a test manager in an agile development process like scrum? And if not, who was supposed to assume his responsibilities in the sprint?
The Agile Test Manager – An Oxymoron? (Part 2)
Do we still need a test manager in an agile development process like scrum? And if not, who was supposed to assume his responsibilities in the sprint?
The Agile Test Manager – An Oxymoron? (Part 1)
Some time ago, a colleague of mine asked me whether we still needed a test manager in an agile development process like scrum. My first response was no because the Agile Manifesto and the scrum framework only know three roles: product owner, development team, and scrum master. But on second thought, I wondered who among the scrum team was supposed to assume the test manager’s responsibilities in and around the sprint?
Test-driven Development
Usually traditional testing is only done when there is something to test. What is the benefit of the test-driven development method for agile projects?