Mudassir Iqbal

Understanding User Stories: A Customer-Centric Guide to Writing Effective Agile Requirements

Following a comprehensive overview of user stories, a fundamental concept in Agile software development. It explores user stories from the customer’s perspective, emphasizing the importance of answering the “what, whom, why, and when” questions. Furthermore, it delves into the customer-centric nature of user stories, the role of acceptance criteria and Definition of Done (DoD) in […]

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Predictive, Adaptive and Hybrid Approaches

Predictive, Adaptive, and Hybrid approaches are the three primary software development strategies. Each strategy has its own benefits and drawbacks, and the approach chosen will rely on the project’s particular requirements. Waterfall, Iterative, Incremental and Agile 🧩 Explanation of the Diagram The chart compares four delivery approaches — Waterfall, Iterative, Incremental, and Agile — across […]

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Exam Content Outline 2021 (Till June 2026)

The Exam Content Outline (ECO 2021) is a document published by PMI (Project Management Institute). It defines what will be tested in the PMP exam. Think of it as the official syllabus for the PMP exam. It does not list the questions, but it explains what topics, skills, and knowledge areas will be covered. 🔹 […]

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Velocity of the Sprints

In Agile project management, velocity is a metric that measures the amount of work a team completes during a sprint (a set time period). It is typically calculated in terms of story points, which are units of measure used to estimate the effort required to complete a user story or task. Key Points about Velocity: […]

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Burn Rate

In Agile project management, burn rate refers to the rate at which a team consumes its budget or resources over time. It is a metric used to measure the productivity of the agile team. It is a financial metric that helps track how quickly funds are being spent. By monitoring it, teams can ensure they stay […]

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Demystifying PMI’s PDUs: Your Pathway to Professional Growth

In the ever-evolving world of project management, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices is crucial for success. Earning a Project Management Institute (PMI) certification validates your skills and knowledge, but it’s just the first step. To maintain your credential’s active status you may have come across the term “PDUs” in your journey. But what exactly are PDUs, and […]

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Navigate Project with Agile: A Flowchart for Streamlined Delivery

Is traditional project management feeling cumbersome? Agile offers a refreshing alternative! Known for its emphasis on flexibility and collaboration, Agile is perfect for projects with evolving requirements. This guide provides a clear Agile project flowchart, designed to simplify your workflow and empower your team to deliver results faster. Applicable to various projects, from software development […]

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