Getting Real: The smarter, faster, easier way to build a successful web application.pdf

Language: English
Author: 37signals
Publisher: 37signals
Published/Released Date: 2006-01-01
Topics: Lean software development, User interface design, Agile methodology, Web application development, Minimalist approach

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Document Type: Book
File Format: pdf | application/pdf
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Document Content Introduction

This book presents the 'Getting Real' approach to building successful web applications, emphasizing simplicity, agility, and user-centric design. The authors advocate for building less software with fewer features, focusing on the actual user interface from the start, and constantly iterating based on real customer needs. The methodology contrasts with traditional software development processes, promoting faster delivery, lower costs of change, and continuous improvement. Key principles include embracing constraints, avoiding bloated specifications, and maintaining lean operations throughout the development lifecycle.

What is the core philosophy behind 'Getting Real'?
The core philosophy is building web applications by focusing on essential features, starting with the actual user interface, and constantly iterating based on real customer needs rather than extensive planning and specifications.

How does 'Getting Real' differ from traditional software development?
It differs by rejecting lengthy timelines, exhaustive functional specs, and scalability debates in favor of immediate implementation, continuous improvement, and maintaining a lean, agile development process.

Why does the book emphasize building less software?
Building less software helps focus on what's truly essential for customers, reduces complexity, lowers the cost of changes, and enables faster delivery and continuous improvement of the web application.

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