Development Quote by Martin Fowler
“When to use iterative development? You should use iterative development only on projects that you want to succeed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Continuous Integration", 2006
Iterative development suits projects where success depends on flexibility and frequent feedback
In simple terms: Use iteration for projects needing adaptability and feedback
Key Takeaway
Apply iterative methods to improve project outcomes
Themes
software development
project management
agility
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
advice
methodological
When to use this quote
- software engineering
- startup product design
- research projects
- process improvement
Key Concepts
incremental development
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a linear approach more efficient?
- How to decide the right development methodology?
A Different Perspective
Iterative methods may be inefficient for well-defined, stable requirements
