Having a clear roadmap of how things will be accomplished is important. The communication frequency, type and format, sender, and expectations are just some considerations. Imagine receiving a ton of emails from whomever asking for things to get done and making yourself a sticky note as to when the tasks due. Well, those days are gone. Now we create epics and stories using an Agile approach, create UML diagrams for the general flow of data between stakeholders, and do more to ensure that all stakeholders maintain consistency and have some direction before the work begins.
In this assignment, you will complete SDP Section 5, Standards and Procedures, which is intended to provide developers a high-level view of the Agile methodology, UML diagrams, and list epics and stories.
Assignment Preparation
Review the best practices and information gathered in the discussions to determine what will be included Section 5: Standards and Procedures. You must choose an Agile method to complete the work and also define the UML activity diagram. You will determine the process methodology and justification for its adoption.
Justify why an Agile methodology is appropriate for your organization.
Describe how Agile activities or phases might manifest themselves in a business scenario.
Describe each epic and story as depicted on a UML diagram and how they relate to the software development process.
Create a UML diagram that properly illustrates an Agile life cycle methodology specific to your organization selected.
Save and submit your SDP with the completed Section 5, Standards and Procedures.
Assignment Instructions
Using the Software Development Plan (SDP) Template [DOCX]Download Software Development Plan (SDP) Template [DOCX], complete Section 5: Standards and Procedures. There are four subsections:
5.1 – Deliverable Standard.
5.2 – Process Methodology Diagram.
5.3 – Process Methodology Explanation.
5.4 – Epics and Stories.
Further details are included in the SDP template.
Refer to the Creating Standards and Procedures Rubric to ensure that you meet the grading criteria for this assignment.
Submission Requirements
Deliverables: Submit the SDP with Section 5 completed.
Writing: Write with few spelling, grammatical, or mechanical errors.
Document Format: Follow APA style and formatting guidelines for resources and citations, if applicable. Refer to Evidence and APA for guidance.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
Competency 1: Analyze the human factors of a system that impact a robust user experience.
Describe each epic and story as depicted on a UML diagram and how they relate to the software development process.
Competency 2: Apply design strategies for effectively increasing user engagement.
Justify why an Agile methodology is appropriate for your organization.
Competency 3: Evaluate user interface designs for usability and effective interaction across many demographics including culture, gender, and age.
Describe how Agile activities or phases might manifest themselves in a business scenario.
Competency 4: Create a software development plan for an organization.
Create a UML diagram that properly illustrates an Agile life cycle methodology.
Competency 6: Communicate effectively using professional standards embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Communicate according to assigned requirements for format and clarity.