Tag: Estimations
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Shrinking the Cone of Uncertainty: Why Agile Estimation Actually Works
In software delivery, one of the most expensive mistakes a business can make is demanding a precise estimate for a massive project before a single line of code is written. There is a well-known concept in project management formalized by Steve McConnell: The Cone of Uncertainty. It proves a simple mathematical reality – at the…
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How to Schedule Software Development
With years of experience in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, I’ve seen what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to project scheduling. While I personally prefer Scrum, I recognize that for certain projects, a Waterfall approach with detailed estimations is the better choice. One of the biggest mistakes I see in software development planning? Focusing only…