Introduction to agile processes and extreme programming

Abstract

Extreme programming is one of the most discussed subjects in the software development community. But what makes XP extreme? And how does it fit into the New World of agile methodologies? This paper establishes the underpinnings of agile methodology and explains why you might want to try one. It shows how XP uses a set of practices to build an effective software development team that produces quality software in a predictable and repeatable manner.