The Software Extension to the PMBOK® Guide provides guidance on the management of software development projects, and bridges the gap between the traditional, predictive approach described in the PMBOK® Guide and iterative approaches such as agile more commonly used in software development.
As an extension to the PMBOK® Guide – Fifth Edition, this PMI standard builds upon and extends the content found in the PMBOK® Guide. The two books can be used in conjunction to manage software development projects of all types.