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Practical Fibonacci: The Journey to Predictability-Part II

Agile Coach, Scrum, Scrum Master

by Julee Everett Agile transformations, in particular, Scrum, often tout “predictability” as a benefit. This concept is a critical component of success, and I find we don’t spend enough time at the beginning on how to achieve predictable delivery. It mostly comes through practice, but some organizations quit before they achieve success and then blame…

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Practical Fibonacci: A Beginner’s Guide to Relative Sizing-Part I

Agile Coach, Product Owner, Scrum, Scrum Master1 Comment

Overview of Agile Estimating Absolute vs. Relative Sizing When more is known than unknown, use absolute estimating. A traditional or Waterfall software development lifecycle includes a long and detailed planning period to define requirements before beginning development. Absolute estimating is the practice of applying an hourly, finite estimate to each requirement. Absolute estimating may seem…