Organizational Patterns of Agile Software Development

by James O. Coplien, Neil Harrison

For courses in Advanced Software Engineering or Object-Oriented Design. This book covers the human and organizational dimension of the software improvement process and software project management – whether based on the CMM or ISO 9000 or the Rational Unified Process. Drawn from a decade of research, it emphasizes common-sense practices. Its principles are general but concrete; every pattern is its own built-in example. Historical supporting material from other disciplines is provided. Though even pattern experts will appreciate the depth and currency of the material, it is self-contained and well-suited for the layperson.

Genres: Management, Programming, Software, Nonfiction, Technology, Leadership, Business

432 pages, Paperback

First published July 26, 2004

Reviews

[Pete Behrens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Coplien and Harrison bridged two worlds for me: the craft of software development and the larger questions of organizational design. Their use of patterns makes complex systems more approachable, showing that agility and structure aren’t opposites but partners.

This isn’t your typical leadership book. It’s written in the language of patterns—more reference manual than casual read—which makes it a goldmine for those willing to dig deeper. What I find most valuable is their reminder that organizations are human systems first. Processes and tools matter, but it’s the relationships and conditions we create that determine whether complexity becomes chaos or innovation. This book continues to shape how I help leaders design for both flexibility and coordination.

[Ushasree Yedla]

Good review of various situations that can arise during a projects life cycle. I adopted the solutions in a few scenarios and it helped me.

[Barbara]

recomended on Systers

[Tường Chúc · Rating 4 out of 5]

I hope i read a new book