Extreme Programming (XP)
Quick Overview of the Software
Development Methodology
What it is
• Extreme Programming (XP) is an Agile
software development methodology that
emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and
customer satisfaction.
• It promotes frequent releases in short
development cycles, improving productivity
and responsiveness to changing customer
requirements.
How it works
• - Developers work closely with customers to
define requirements.
• - Practices include pair programming,
continuous integration, and test-driven
development (TDD).
• - Frequent iterations enable rapid changes
without derailing the project.
How it's different
• XP is more developer-focused than
methodologies like Scrum.
• It emphasizes technical practices like TDD and
pair programming, unlike Waterfall or Kanban
which focus more on workflows and overall
process structure.
When to use it
• Use XP when requirements change frequently,
and there's a need for constant customer
feedback.
• It's best suited for small to medium-sized
teams valuing adaptability and technical
excellence.