Appendix B. Microsoft Solutions Framework

  • Understand what MSF is today and where it evolved from.

  • Understand the structure and key components of MSF.

  • Understand Agile software development methods.

Overview of MSF

Microsoft Solution Framework (MSF) is an Agile software development process framework for building software solutions. It incorporates the latest software development methods used by teams both inside and outside Microsoft. MSF utilizes proven Agile development techniques, extends the Agile approach to all phases of the development life cycle and provides specific guidance for each role on the software development team.

The latest version of the Microsoft Solution Framework, MSF 4.0, is built from the ground up with Microsoft Visual Studio ...

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