Feature-Driven Development (FDD)

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Feature-Driven Development (FDD) is an Agile software development framework that focuses on delivering tangible, working software in short cycles. Developed by Jeff De Luca and Peter Coad, FDD emphasizes building features incrementally, making it suitable for projects with clear feature requirements. This methodology involves five key steps: developing an overall model, building a feature list, planning by feature, designing by feature, and building by feature. Each feature is designed to be manageable within a short timeframe, typically two weeks, allowing for frequent releases and continuous client satisfaction. FDD is particularly beneficial for large teams and projects that require a structured approach to Agile development. It promotes client-centricity by involving end-users in the development process and ensures that each feature aligns with client-valued functionality. FDD's structured approach provides scalability and predictability, making it ideal for complex projects. However, it may not be suitable for small projects due to its complex team structure and limited flexibility for ongoing feature changes. Despite these limitations, FDD offers advantages such as risk reduction, regular builds, and high visibility of progress, making it a valuable framework for delivering high-quality software efficiently.