From the course: Software Testing: Alpha Testing in an Agile World

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Product delivery

Product delivery

- [Instructor] There is an expectation of delivering a completed product during an agile project, but it won't necessarily feel the same as it does in waterfall. The old methodology really focused on milestones where big objectives are accomplished. Product release parties, big announcements, and other spectacles are a big part of that line of thinking. And while it's fun and rewarding, it's also antiquated. During the agile or DevOps process, you will celebrate releases, but you'll just as likely keep moving on to the next sprint. You see, agile teams are focused on constant improvement, and while the product might be done, it's not finished. The Japanese call this Kaizen, where the work you are doing is always being evaluated to ensure every aspect of your operation can get better at delivering a product. It's this concept that makes agile appealing to organizations. When delivering on a product release, take time to…

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