Methodology	Description	Originator	Key Practices	Benefits
Scrum	An iterative and incremental agile software development framework for managing software projects and product or application development.	Jeff Sutherland, Ken Schwaber	Sprints, Stand-up Meetings, Product Backlog, Sprint Review	Increased flexibility, Improved productivity
Kanban	A visual workflow management method for engineering teams that focuses on continuous delivery without overloading team members.	David Anderson	Visual Management, Limit Work in Progress, Continuous Delivery	Enhanced flexibility, Transparency in work process
Extreme Programming (XP)	A software development methodology that aims to improve software quality and responsiveness to changing customer requirements.	Kent Beck	Test-Driven Development, Pair Programming, Continuous Integration	Higher quality code, Enhanced collaboration
Lean Software Development	An adaptation of lean manufacturing principles and practices to the software development domain.	Mary Poppendieck, Tom Poppendieck	Waste Elimination, Increasing Learning, Fast Delivery	Reduced waste, Faster time-to-market
Feature-Driven Development (FDD)	An iterative and incremental software development methodology primarily focused on delivering tangible, working software repeatedly in a timely manner.	Jeff De Luca	Build a Feature List, Plan by Feature, Design by Feature, Build by Feature	Focus on features, Client-centric approach
Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM)	An agile project delivery framework that provides a full project lifecycle approach.	DSDM Consortium	Timeboxing, MoSCoW Prioritization, Incremental Development	Early delivery, Active user involvement
Agile Unified Process (AUP)	A simplified version of the Unified Process combined with agile modeling techniques and methods.	Scott Ambler	Iterative Development, Stakeholder Collaboration, Adaptive Planning	Flexibility, Emphasis on good practices
Crystal	A family of human-powered methodologies that focus on people and their interactions over processes and tools.	Alistair Cockburn	Frequent Delivery, Reflective Improvement, Close Collaboration	Adaptability, Emphasis on team communication
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)	A framework for scaling agile across an organization at enterprise level.	Dean Leffingwell	Agile Release Trains, PI Planning, Continuous Delivery Pipeline	Alignment, Built-in quality
Disciplined Agile Delivery (DAD)	A process decision framework that allows teams to adapt the agile approach to their context.	Scott Ambler	Goal-Driven Approach, Continuous Delivery, Tailored Framework	Tailored process, Versatile practices
Rapid Application Development (RAD)	An adaptive software development methodology that emphasizes rapid prototyping and speedy feedback from users.	James Martin	Prototyping, User Feedback, Iterative Development	Faster development, User involvement
V-Model	An extension of the waterfall model that emphasizes verification and validation processes at each stage of development.	Unknown	Verification and Validation, Planning, Testing	Increased quality assurance, Clear milestones
DevOps	A set of practices that combines software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops) to shorten the development lifecycle.	Patrick Debois	Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code	Improved collaboration, Faster delivery
Test-Driven Development (TDD)	A software development process that relies on the repetition of a very short development cycle: write a test, run the test, and produce code that passes the test.	Kent Beck	Test First, Refactoring, Continuous Integration	Improved code quality, Reduced bug rates
Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)	An agile development practice that encourages collaboration between developers, QA and non-technical or business participants in a software project.	Dan North	Given-When-Then format, Collaboration, Automation	Enhanced communication, Better specification of behavior
User Story Mapping	A visual exercise that helps teams define and prioritize user stories on their product roadmap.	Jeff Patton	User Journey Mapping, Prioritization, Collaboration	User-focused, Enhanced understanding of user needs
Agile Modeling	A practice-based methodology for effective modeling and documentation of software-based systems.	Scott Ambler	Modeling with a Purpose, Just-In-Time Documentation, Emphasis on Simplicity	Fitting models to need, Flexibility in documentation
Feature Teams	Organizational units that are responsible for delivering end-to-end features for a product.	Unknown	Cross-Functional Collaboration, Full Lifecycle Responsibility, Product Focused	Greater ownership, Improved teamwork
Lean Startup	A methodology for developing businesses and products that aims to shorten product development cycles and rapidly discover if a proposed business model is viable.	Eric Ries	Build-Measure-Learn, Validated Learning, Pivoting	Early market entry, Continuous feedback
Extreme Programming (XP)	Technical practices that help teams in improving the way they deliver software through practices such as continuous feedback and iterative development.	Kent Beck	Collective Code Ownership, Continuous Integration, Small Releases	Higher quality software, Rapid releases
Kanban for Software Development	Application of Kanban principles specifically to software development processes.	David Anderson	Visual Workflow, Limiting Work in Progress, Continuous Improvement	Enhanced transparency, Focus on continuous delivery
Agile at Scale	Adapting agile strategies to larger teams and organizations with multi-team collaboration.	Various	Coordination among Teams, Common Goals, Frameworks like SAFe or LeSS	Improved agility across the organization, Increased collaboration
Rapid Prototyping	Creating prototypes of software rapidly to visualize and test concepts before full-scale production.	Unknown	Iterative Design, User Testing, Feedback Loops	Faster validation of ideas, User engagement
Dual-Track Agile	A process model where two tracks run concurrently: one focuses on discovery, and the other on delivery.	Unknown	Discovery Track, Delivery Track, Continuous Feedback	Better product fit, Faster iteration
Agility@Scale	Adapting agile methods to larger teams finding the right balance between flexibility and control.	Unknown	Program Increment Planning, Releasing, Continuous Integration	Better alignment across teams, Faster release cycles
Test Automation	Using specialized software tools to control the execution of tests and compare the actual outcomes with predicted outcomes.	Unknown	Automated Test Suites, Continuous Integration, Regression Testing	Faster feedback, Increased test coverage
Continuous Delivery (CD)	The ability to release software to production at any time, providing a consistent and reliable release process.	Unknown	Automation of Deployments, Infrastructure as Code, Version Control	Reduced deployment risk, Faster release cycles
API-Driven Development	A methodology where the primary focus is on the development of application programming interfaces (APIs) that allows different applications to talk to each other.	Unknown	API First Approach, Microservices, Continuous Integration	Improved interoperability, Focus on API quality
User-Centered Design (UCD)	A framework that focuses on user needs and preferences at every stage of the development process.	Unknown	User Research, Prototyping, Iterative Design	Enhanced user satisfaction, Better usability
Zero Bugs Approach	A methodology aiming for the development of zero bugs during the development process through practices such as continuous testing and code reviews.	Unknown	Test-Driven Development, Continuous Testing, Code Review	Improved code quality, Reduced technical debt
Continuous Improvement in Agile	A philosophy of ongoing improvement at a team or organizational level as part of the agile process.	Unknown	Retrospectives, Incremental Changes, Focus on Learning	Improved processes, Enhanced team performance
Agile Retrospectives	A regular meeting that takes place at the end of an iteration, where the team reflects on what worked well and what did not.	Unknown	Reflection, Learning, Action Items	Greater awareness of team dynamics, Improved collaboration
Agile Scaling Framework (LeSS)	Framework for applying agile principles across larger teams while maintaining agility and coordination.	Craig Larman, Bas Vodde	Lean Thinking, Empirical Process Control, Transparency	Simplicity in management, Reduced complexity
Collaborative User Experience (CUX)	An agile approach focusing on collaboration between stakeholders and users throughout the UX design and development process.	Unknown	Co-Creation, User Testing, Prototyping	Increased user involvement, Better designs
Agile Game Development	Adapting agile practices specifically for the fast-paced environment of game development.	Unknown	Iterative Development, Playtesting, Incremental Releases	Rapid iterations, Engaged players in feedback
Prototyping and Iteration	A methodology that combines rapid prototyping with iterative development to adapt designs based on user feedback.	Unknown	User Feedback Loops, Rapid Prototyping, Iterative Testing	Reduced risk of failure, Enhanced creativity
Continuous Stakeholder Engagement	Involvement of stakeholders throughout the project to ensure alignment and responsiveness to needs.	Unknown	Regular Check-ins, Feedback Mechanisms, Collaborative Decision-Making	Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction, Increased transparency
Agile Project Management	Managing a project using agile methodologies and principles to drive effective teamwork and client collaboration.	Unknown	Iterative Approach, Stakeholder Collaboration, Flexible Planning	Improved project alignment, Reduced complexity
User Story Estimation	Estimating the effort required to implement user stories using collaborative techniques.	Unknown	Planning Poker, Relative Estimation, Group Consensus	Improved accuracy in planning, Enhanced team discussion
Importance of Communication	Focusing on effective communication strategies to improve collaboration within agile teams.	Unknown	Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Open Forums	Increased team cohesion, Greater transparency in processes
Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) Implementation	Implementing BDD practices effectively within the development cycles for better collaboration among stakeholders.	Unknown	Given-When-Then Format, Collaborative Specification, Automated Testing	Greater alignment, Improved software behavior
Agile Coaching	Providing guidance and support to agile teams and organizations in adopting agile principles and practices effectively.	Unknown	Mentorship, Training, Observational Feedback	Improved agile adoption, Enhanced team performance
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Implementation	Implementing SAFe practices to scale agile successfully across an organization.	Unknown	Implementation Roadmap, Agile Release Trains, Lean Portfolio Management	Greater organizational alignment, Improved delivery speed
Agile Indicators and Metrics	Using specific metrics to gauge the effectiveness of agile practices and guide improvements.	Unknown	Velocity, Burnup Charts, Cycle Time	Better visibility of progress, Improved decision-making
Agile Culture Development	Creating an organizational culture that embraces agile principles and allows for flexibility and iterative improvement.	Unknown	Cultural Change, Employee Empowerment, Continuous Learning	Increased employee satisfaction, Greater adaptability
Remote Agile Practices	Adapting agile practices for remote teams while maintaining effective collaboration and communication.	Unknown	Virtual Standups, Online Retrospectives, Digital Collaboration Tools	Maintained productivity, Improved technology use
Agile Software Development quality assurance	Ensuring that quality assurance practices are integrated into the agile development process from the outset.	Unknown	Embedded QA, Continuous Testing, Pair Quality Assurance	Increased software quality, Early detection of defects
Implementing Continuous Delivery	Applying continuous delivery principles in the software development lifecycle to increase deployment efficiency.	Unknown	CI/CD Pipelines, Automated Deployments, Infrastructure as Code	Faster release cycles, Reduced deployment errors
Agile Documentation Practices	Creating documentation that is just enough to provide clarity without hindering agility.	Unknown	Just Enough Documentation, User Stories, Agile Artifacts	Improved clarity, Reduced overhead
Integrating Agile with Waterfall	Combining agile practices with waterfall methodologies to enhance project management effectiveness.	Unknown	Hybrid Approach, Integration Strategies, Flexibility	Bespoke solutions, Enhanced responsiveness
Collaboration Tools for Agile	Utilizing collaborative tools that support agile methodologies and streamline team interactions.	Unknown	Slack, Jira, Trello	Improved communication, Greater task transparency
Agile Transformation Roadmap	A structured approach to transition an organization to agile practices and mindsets effectively.	Unknown	Assessment, Aligning on Goals, Training	Smoother transitions, Enhanced alignment
Implementing Agile across Departments	Applying agile methodologies not just in development but across all departments to enhance overall efficiency.	Unknown	Cross-Department Collaboration, Agile Mindset, Shared Goals	Increased organizational agility, Better inter-departmental cooperation
Feedback Loops in Agile	Incorporating continuous feedback loops into the agile process for ongoing improvements and alignment.	Unknown	Sprint Reviews, Mid-Sprint Check-ins, Customer Feedback	Faster adaptations, Enhanced product quality
Cultural Shifts for Agile Adoption	Changing organizational culture to foster an environment conducive to agile practices and growth.	Unknown	Promote Collaboration, Encourage Experimentation, Flatten Hierarchy	Greater employee engagement, Improved innovation
Agile Training and Workshops	Conducting training sessions to teach agile methodologies and practices to teams and organizations.	Unknown	Hands-On Training, Role Plays, Simulation Exercises	Improved understanding, Enhanced adoption
Agile Risk Management	Identifying and managing risks throughout the agile project lifecycle effectively to minimize negative impacts on outcomes.	Unknown	Risk Assessment, Mitigation Strategies, Continual Monitoring	Reduced risks, Better stakeholder confidence
Agile Performance Metrics	Tracking performance metrics to evaluate agile teams against established benchmarks and business objectives.	Unknown	Team Velocity, Cycle Time, Quality Metrics	Informed decision making, Improved focus on outcomes
Mobile Agile Development	Adapting agile methodologies specifically for mobile app development to cater to unique challenges.	Unknown	Iterative Mobile Prototyping, User Testing, Feedback Integration	Faster mobile product delivery, Enhanced user engagement
Agile Governance	Creating frameworks and guidelines for governance within agile projects to ensure compliance and accountability.	Unknown	Agile Frameworks, Roles and Responsibilities, Continuous Monitoring	Clear accountabilities, Enhanced control
Agile Mindset Training	Training teams and individuals on the agile mindset and principles to improve effectiveness in real-world application.	Unknown	Principles of Agility, Mindfulness, Collaborative Culture	Increased adaptability, Enhanced collaboration
Frequent Releases and Iterations	A core agile practice that emphasizes the importance of frequently releasing smaller increments of software to gather feedback.	Unknown	Incremental Development, Regular Iterations, Customer Feedback	Faster user feedback, Reduced time-to-market
Agile Integration Testing	Testing software components as part of the continuous integration process to ensure software quality throughout development.	Unknown	Automated Integration Tests, Continuous Feedback, Quality Gates	Higher quality releases, Faster bug detection
Supporting Remote Agile Teams	Strategies for effectively managing and supporting agile teams that work remotely.	Unknown	Virtual Collaboration Tools, Scheduled Check-ins, Cultural Inclusion	Maintained morale, Increased productivity
Agile Change Management	Putting agile methodologies into practice for managing change effectively in projects and organizational structures.	Unknown	Adaptability, Responsive Planning, Stakeholder Engagement	Seamless change transitions, Enhanced stakeholder support