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MENTAL MODEL · M6040

Agile

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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-28

CORE DEFINITION

Agile software development, also known as Agile development, is a software development approach that responds to rapidly changing requirements, describing a set of values and principles for software development. In this approach, self-organizing cross-functional teams work in close collaboration to discover user or customer needs and improve solutions. It also emphasizes adaptive planning, evolutionary development, early delivery, and continuous improvement, and encourages rapid and flexible response to development and change. These principles support the definition and continuous evolution of many software development methods. The term "Agile" was popularized by the Manifesto for Agile Software Development, which defines the related values and principles. Agile frameworks continue to evolve, with the two most widely used being Scrum and Kanban.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Agile software development, also known as Agile development, is a software development approach that responds to rapidly changing requirements, describing a set of values and principles for software development. In this approach, self-organizing cross-functional teams work in close collaboration to discover user or customer needs and improve solutions. It also emphasizes adaptive planning, evolutionary development, early delivery, and continuous improvement, and encourages rapid and flexible response to development and change. These principles support the definition and continuous evolution of many software development methods.

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Anchor fast decisions

Deliver usable increments in short iterations, rely on continuous feedback to correct direction, and handle requirement uncertainty. It uses 'small steps, fast pace' to reduce the risk of large rework.

MINIMUM ACTION

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