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Methodology Patterns
Methodology Patterns are patterns of common Principles, Parameters, and Practices found in Software Development Methodologies.
These patterns are based upon the position that Methodology Design is not only an appropriate approach to building software, but that it's the preferable approach. It is typically better to design your own software development methodology than to "pick one off the shelf." However, that does not mean that existing methodologies (i.e. RUP, Agile, Waterfall, etc.) don't provide value. For a full discussion on this, see Methodology Fundamentals.
The goal of this website is three-fold:
- Advocate and educate on the ideas and concepts behind Methodology Design
- Define a library of Methodology Practices
- Define a library of Methodology Patterns
Opinions, help, and feedback are welcome. At this time, user accounts are locked down. However, if you'd like to submit ideas, feedback, opinions, or otherwise get involved, please email to dshellman at methodologypatterns dot org.
The host and creator of this website is Dan Shellman (User page: User:Dan.shellman).
Recent Additions/Changes
- Updated Methodology Fundamentals (last updated 1 Nov 2007)
- Added Elaborative Iterations (added 4 August 2007)
- Added Variable-Length Iterations (added 4 August 2007)
- Updated FAQ (updated 2 August 2007)
- Added FAQ (added 2 June 2007)
- Added Iteration (added 26 May 2007)
- Added Lifecycle Time-Boxed Iterations (added 26 May 2007)
- Added Phased Pattern (added 26 May 2007)
- Description of Category:Structural Patterns updated (last updated 26 May 2007)
- Work in Progress: Why Design a Methodology (last updated 3 May 2007)
