In the second of a two-part series, Johan Abildskov of Eficode has a conversation with Jeffrey and Squirrel about tools for using conversations to implement agile and DevOps methods, including Test-Driven Development for People (aka the Ladder of Inference).
 
SHOW LINKS:
- Eficode: https://www.eficode.com/
- TDD for People: https://www.douglassquirrel.com/how-i-work.html

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A Conversation with Johan, Part II

Effective Programming Podcast #1, 09 May 2014

Is TDD Essential?

Get ready for an electrifying episode of DrunkenPM Radio as I welcome the esteemed James Grenning to unravel the world of Test Driven Development (TDD). Agile 2023 is just around the corner, and during the conference, James will be leading a workshop called  "Your First Test-Driven Development." While TDD is not a new concept, it remains unfamiliar to many tech professionals who didn't come from a development background. That's precisely why I reached out to James and invited him to join me for this inspiring podcast.

If you're immersed in Agile or managing technology projects, and TDD is still a mystery to you, this is a must-watch. TDD is a game-changer, and understanding it is crucial for your professional growth. I assure you that this episode will significantly impact your job in the best way possible.

Now, let's talk about the best part of this podcast: our incredible guest, James Grenning. He personifies the epitome of old-school OG Agile Royalty. Not only is James one of the co-authors of the Agile Manifesto, but he also penned the definitive book on TDD. That's not all—James is the brilliant mind behind Planning Poker, a technique that has revolutionized Agile estimation. Stay tuned as we delve into this fascinating topic towards the end of our conversation.

But wait, there's more! At the conclusion of our interview, James will unveil a remarkable system he designed and developed for his training classes. When off-the-shelf solutions fell short of meeting his requirements, James took matters into his own hands. His ingenuity and determination to deliver top-notch training are truly awe-inspiring.

Don't miss out on this captivating podcast episode. James Grenning's wisdom and expertise will reshape the way you approach your work. Join me as we embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment with one of the brightest minds in the world of Test Driven Development.

(This podcast was originally recorded using video. You can find that version here: 
https://youtu.be/k5OaxLCIzzI)

James’s Book
Test Driven Development for Embedded C (Pragmatic Programmers): https://bit.ly/43CMsP0

James’s session at Agile 2023
Your First Test-Driven Development at Agile 2023
https://events.agilealliance.org/Agile2023/session/1423798/your-first-test-driven-development-james-grenning
Monday, July 24, 2023, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Lafayette 4


Contacting James
Web: https://wingman-sw.com/about
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwgrenning/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwgrenning

Agile, Extreme Programming, XP, Scrum, TDD, Test Drive Development, James Grenning, Dave Prior, Reluctant Agilist, drunkenpm, Drunken PM Radio, Planning Poker, Estimation, Wingman-SW, Agile Development and Design Techniques,

Your First Test - Driven Development with James Grenning

In episode 17 of How It’s Tested, Eden sits down with Steve Tooke, Director of Product at Kosli and former co-founder of Cucumber, to explore the impact of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) on software testing. They discuss how Cucumber evolved from an open-source tool into an industry staple, the challenges of test automation, and how AI is reshaping software quality.

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How It's Tested - Ep. # 17, How BDD Changed Software Testing with Steve Tooke

На что нужно писать тесты и зачем это делать? Дорого ли обходится поддержка кодовой базы вместе с тестами? Как продать процесс разработки через тестирование своей команде или руководству?

В 11 выпуске подкаста про мобильную разработку подлодку мы обсудили тему тестирования в целом и TDD в частности. Выпуск получился длинным, но очень информативным и весёлым. Спасибо большое Андрею Мишанину (ex-team lead Яндекс) за участие в выпуске!

Присоединяйтесь к обсуждению этого и других выпусков в нашем Telegram-канале: https://t.me/podlodka

Содержание:
00:00:18 - О госте и теме выпуска
00:03:25 - Что, когда и зачем тестировать
00:32:35 - Модульные тесты
00:45:40 - Интеграционные тесты
01:08:04 - Принципы FIRST для модульных тестов
01:40:00 - TDD
02:03:00 - Как прогонять модульные тесты за несколько секунд
02:14:30 - Что такое тестируемость
02:25:00 - Заблуждения о тестах
02:34:45 - Как продавать тестирование
02:45:30 - Что почитать по теме

Полезные ссылки:
https://cleancoders.com/
https://pragprog.com/magazines/2012-01/unit-tests-are-first
https://www.amazon.com/Clean-Code-Handbook-Software-Craftsmanship/dp/0132350882/
https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Object-Oriented-Software-Guided-Tests/dp/0321503627/
https://www.amazon.com/Working-Effectively-Legacy-Michael-Feathers/dp/0131177052/

Podlodka #11 - Test Driven Development

In this podcast, recorded at the Agile India 2019 conference, Shane Hastie, Lead Editor for Culture & Methods, spoke to Dave Farley about what it means to build a real profession of software engineering. 

Why listen to this podcast:

•	At the very hard end of computing you need genuine engineering disciplines to be successful
•	Most of the previous definitions of software engineering have got it wrong because they tried to be too prescriptive
•	In many ways software development is a fashion industry – we chose technologies, languages and approaches based on who if the most persuasive orator rather than empirical evidence
•	Extreme Programming and continuous delivery have the characteristics of genuine engineering disciplines because they are focused on the engineering practices that enable you to build high-quality products fast
•	Pair programming unlocks the capability of individuals and teams to learn

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Show Notes

Dave Farley on Taking Back Software Engineering

We reflect on chapter 3 of Agile Conversations, all about building trust as the first step to a successful agile team. We respond to a reader who had an interesting understanding of the "Test-Driven Development for People" technique and relate the Trust Conversation to vulnerability, exploratory testing, and the painful process of learning.

SHOW LINKS:

- Previous episodes on trust: 
    - https://soundcloud.com/troubleshootingagile/the-first-thing-to-build-is-trust 
    - https://soundcloud.com/troubleshootingagile/be-predictable-to-build-trust
    - https://soundcloud.com/troubleshootingagile/test-driven-development-for-people
- Squirrel's video on TDD for people: https://www.douglassquirrel.com/how-i-work.html
- Kristine Casas blog post: 
    - https://testkeis.wordpress.com/2020/05/17/read-agile-conversations/ 
    - https://medium.com/@rocketkeis/on-the-ladder-of-inference-64493f7f8e00
    - via https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/20

Episode transcript: https://www.conversationaltransformation.com/posts/a-sense-of0security-gained-and-lost/

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A Sense of Security, Gained & Lost

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Podlodka – это еженедельное аудио-шоу про IT и все, что с ним связано. Формат наших выпусков - это полное погружение в тему вместе с приглашенным гостем. В каждый выпуск мы зовём интересных и именитых профессионалов в разных областях.

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