Dave West
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To be clear, Dave West, is not an official supporter of Evolved; no support should be assumed. At the same time, we think curious people should be aware of their work.
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### 1. *Head First Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: A Brain-Friendly Guide to OOA&D
Authors: Brett D. McLaughlin, Gary Pollice, Dave West
Description:
This engaging and accessible book teaches the principles and practices of object-oriented analysis and design (OOA&D) using the unique Head First approach. It covers essential object-oriented (OO) concepts, design principles such as encapsulation and delegation, and practical techniques including UML, use cases, and iterative development. The book emphasizes why OOA&D matters for building flexible, maintainable, and reusable software, using real-world scenarios and humor to make complex ideas easy to grasp. It’s widely praised for making the OOA&D approach accessible to practitioners and learners alike.
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Schwaber, Ken, Patricia Kong, Kurt Bittner, Dave West, and Scrum.org. “Evidence-Based Management Guide.” Scrum.org, May 7, 2024. https://www.scrum.org/resources/evidence-based-management-guide
Description:
The 2024 version of the Evidence-Based Management (EBM) Guide from Scrum.org is a comprehensive framework for organizations to measure, manage, and increase the value derived from product delivery. EBM helps organizations improve outcomes, reduce risks, and optimize investments by focusing on empiricism, experimentation, and feedback. The updated guide clarifies the relationship between mission, vision, and strategic goals, and expands on the use of Key Value Areas (Current Value, Unrealized Value, Time to Market, Ability to Innovate) as lenses for improvement. It introduces clearer definitions, improved explanations of the Experiment Loop, and new examples such as employee engagement as a measure. The EBM Guide is intended for leaders, teams, and organizations seeking to make evidence-based decisions and foster continuous improvement under conditions of uncertainty.
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### 1. *Head First Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: A Brain-Friendly Guide to OOA&D
Authors: Brett D. McLaughlin, Gary Pollice, Dave West
Publisher: O’Reilly Media
Publication Date: December 5, 2006
ISBN: 9780596008673
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Schwaber, Ken, Patricia Kong, Kurt Bittner, Dave West, and Scrum.org. “Evidence-Based Management Guide.” Scrum.org, May 7, 2024. https://www.scrum.org/resources/evidence-based-management-guide
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1. West, D. (2023, August 22). Scrum Is Not Enough: Why Agile Transformation Fails and What You Can Do About It. InfoQ.
Dave West examines why many agile transformations struggle or fail, emphasizing that Scrum alone is insufficient without accompanying organizational change, leadership support, and a focus on achieving outcomes.
2. West, D. (2022, May 24). The Scrum Master’s Role in Enabling Business Agility. InfoQ.
This article explores how Scrum Masters can enhance business agility by promoting collaboration, eliminating impediments, and facilitating continuous improvement throughout teams and organizations.
3. West, D. (2021, September 13). The Product Owner’s Role in Maximizing Value. InfoQ.
Dave West examines the responsibilities of Product Owners in maximizing value delivery, including prioritization, stakeholder management, and creating a shared product vision.
4. West, D. (2020, November 18). Scaling Scrum: The Nexus Framework in Practice. InfoQ.
This article provides practical insights into applying the Nexus Framework to scale Scrum, sharing lessons learned and tips for coordinating multiple teams.
5. West, D. (2019, March 27). The Evolution of Scrum: How Scrum Has Changed and What It Means for You. InfoQ.
Dave West reviews the historical evolution of Scrum, highlighting key changes in the framework and their implications for practitioners.
