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Agile Teams Can Learn a Lot from the World Cup It might not seem apparent at first, but there are more than a handful of similarities between agile teams and those football/soccer teams representing their respective countries in the World Cup. How teams are built, their objectives, and on-the-fly changes are all facets that tie both together. |
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Turning to the Turing Test for Agile What if there were some kind of a Turing Test for agile teams? A test that could separate those who are just mechanically following the process and those who are emoting the agile essence? This article explores that possibility. |
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The July/August 2014 Issue of Better Software Magazine In the latest issue of Better Software magazine, there are insightful articles covering a wide range of topics impacting the software delivery process. Feature articles explore the next wave of computing: mobile and wearable intelligent devices and the experiences and challenges they bring. |
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College Degree or Experience: Which Is Better? Sparked by a LinkedIn conversation, Joe Townsend contemplates the question: Does a degree or experience hold more weight in the software development and IT hiring process? With a look toward tech giant Google, Townsend tries to uncover if a degree means more than industry experience. |
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What to Do When You Really Want to Encourage People to Ask Questions It’s simple, really. The thing to do when you encourage people to ask questions is give them a chance to ask their questions. But sometimes when people are eager to share information, they unintentionally stifle communication. If you truly welcome questions, make your behavior support your intent. |
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