Beyond Traditional Software Development -- The Illusion and Reality of Extreme Programming

Author: Lei Jianwen
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: This book provides an in-depth analysis of the principles and essence of Extreme Programming (XP) from multiple perspectives, including software engineering theory, software development experiments, and programming psychology. The book primarily focuses on addressing various misconceptions about XP, using experimental data as a foundation to scientifically elaborate on the core concepts of XP, thereby dispelling illusions and revealing its true nature. The book is divided into three parts, comprising 10 chapters. It not only offers an objective and profound critique of XP but also demonstrates significant value in its experimental and analytical methods. The author, through a comprehensive integration of knowledge from various disciplines, conducts an in-depth exploration of software development methodologies and practices, citing diverse references—a distinctive feature that makes the book worth careful study for readers. This book is suitable for software developers, programming enthusiasts, and students and faculty in computer-related fields at higher education institutions.