====== XP Values and Principles ======

The original is at [[http://www.extremeprogramming.org/values.html]] and is best read there. Following list is maintained for my convenience.

====== Values ======

  * Communication: Everyone is part of the team and we communicate face to face daily. 
  * Simplicity: We will do what is needed and asked for, but no more.
  * Feedback: We will take every iteration commitment seriously by delivering working software
  * Courage: We will tell the truth about progress and estimates.
  * Respect: Everyone gives and feels the respect they deserve as a valued team member.

====== Principles ======

  * Humanity: Its all about people
  * Economics: Someone needs to understand the budget
  * Mutual benefit: Win-win for all
  * Self similarity: The pattern of a monthly cycle is the same as a weekly cycle and the same as a daily cycle. 
  * Improvement: You are always getting better having done the best you know how to today.
  * Diversity: The Wisdom of the Crowds
  * Reflection: Be aware of what is working, and what is not
  * Flow: Constant delivery means a continuous flow of development work
  * Opportunity: Problems are a chance to learn something new
  * Redundancy: Having redundancy helps improve quality
  * Failure: It’s OK to try things that don’t work. 
  * Quality: To go fast you have to go slow.
  * Baby steps: Take small steps in the right direction.


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