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A spike is a product development method originating from extreme programming that uses the simplest possible program to explore potential solutions. [1] It is used to determine how much work will be required to solve or work around a software issue. Typically, a "spike test" involves gathering additional information or testing for easily reproduced edge cases. The term is used in agile software development approaches like Scrum or Extreme Programming.
A spike in a sprint can be used in a number of ways: [2]
A distinction can be made between technical spikes and functional spikes. The technical spike is used more often for evaluating the impact new technology has on the current implementation. A functional spike is used to determine the interaction with a new feature or implementation.
To track such work items, in a ticketing system, a new user story can be set up for each spike, for organization purposes.
Following a spike, the results (a new design, a refined workflow, etc.) are shared and discussed with the team.
This article relies largely or entirely on a
single source. (October 2015) |
A spike is a product development method originating from extreme programming that uses the simplest possible program to explore potential solutions. [1] It is used to determine how much work will be required to solve or work around a software issue. Typically, a "spike test" involves gathering additional information or testing for easily reproduced edge cases. The term is used in agile software development approaches like Scrum or Extreme Programming.
A spike in a sprint can be used in a number of ways: [2]
A distinction can be made between technical spikes and functional spikes. The technical spike is used more often for evaluating the impact new technology has on the current implementation. A functional spike is used to determine the interaction with a new feature or implementation.
To track such work items, in a ticketing system, a new user story can be set up for each spike, for organization purposes.
Following a spike, the results (a new design, a refined workflow, etc.) are shared and discussed with the team.