How Are Agile Projects Different?

Before we get into what makes an agile team tick, there are a few things you need to know about agile projects in general.

For one, roles really blur on agile projects. When it’s done right, joining an agile team is a lot like working in a mini-startup. People pitch in and do whatever it takes to make the project successful—regardless of title or role.

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Yes, people still have core competencies, and, yes, they generally stick to what they are good at. But on an agile project, narrowly defined roles like analyst, programmer, and tester don’t really exist—at least not in the traditional sense.

The other thing ...

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