The Christmas Tree Analogy of Software Engineering
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Why does it so long to build this? Why can’t you predict (accurately) when this feature will be done? What is your team doing all day, anyway?Explaining the process of software creation is hard. People have pointed out how much art and discovery are part of it. But hear this story about a Christmas Tree…Christmas Tree, by Michelleration (flickr.com/photos/michellemc/2082631181)The scene: A family room, a wonderfully decorated Christmas Tree, a string of lights woven into its branches. Important guests are expected to arrive at six for dinner.The problem: The nearest outlet, which has not been used since last year, does not seem to function anymore. No electricity means no lights. Disappointed guests, grumbling spouses, ruined lives up ahead.5:00pm, Stakeholder: So, can you fix this within (...)
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