Posts

2021

Slow Is Smooth, And Smooth Is Fast

When time is tight, trying to go faster can be a mistake.

2020

What Are (Story) Points Worth?

A closer look at one of the most misunderstood parts of Agile planning

2019

Becoming Agile: Last Things First

Sometimes, the best place to start is not at the beginning.

Now, Next, Never

How to plan less and do more

2018

This Isn't A Production Line

Software engineering can learn from assembly lines - but not in the way you think.

2017

Getting The Story Straight - Part 2

The elements of an effective user story

Getting The Story Straight

On the importance of good user stories in Agile development