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• Dec 11th, 2009

 

"Pond" is simply a metaphor used to describe the Agile approach to software development.  This metaphor is primarily used to describe the differences between Waterfall and Agile software development in terms of how each approach handles change.  The Waterfall approach is comparitively resistant to change much like trying to alter the course of a kayak that is tumbling over a waterfall.  In contrast, the Agile approach is like placing the kayak in a pond and deciding where you want to pull up on the other side.  It is much more accommodating to change because you can make small adjustments as you get closer to shore.