Agile Masterclass: Agile for Project Management - What is Agile?

This video tutorial introduces the concept of agile, exploring its various interpretations and what it is not. It delves into the history and creation of the Agile Manifesto, highlighting the key values and principles that guide agile practices. The tutorial contrasts agile with traditional methods like waterfall, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and customer collaboration. It concludes with a summary and a preview of the next lecture on agile principles.

What is the primary source for the true definition of Agile?

• Online articles

• Agile Manifesto

• Software development books

• Corporate guidelines

Where and when was the Agile Manifesto created?

• London, 2003

• Silicon Valley, 1999

• Snowbird, Utah, 2001

• New York, 2005

Which of the following is NOT one of the four core values of the Agile Manifesto?

• Individuals and interactions over processes and tools

• Comprehensive documentation over working software

• Customer collaboration over contract negotiation

• Responding to change over following a plan

Why is valuing individuals and interactions important in Agile?

• It simplifies documentation

• It eliminates the need for tools

• It increases team responsiveness to change

• It reduces project costs

How does Agile view documentation compared to working software?

• Documentation is more important

• Both are equally important

• Working software is valued more

• Documentation is not needed

What is the Agile approach to customer involvement?

• Customers are involved throughout the development process

• Customers are involved only during testing

• Customers are not involved at all

• Customers are involved only at the start and end

What does Agile emphasize over following a strict plan?

• Detailed documentation

• Adhering to deadlines

• Responding to change

• Maintaining budgets