Project Management & Agile Fundamentals

Vocabulary flashcards covering core terms from project management, predictive and Agile methodologies, Scrum framework, and related tools.

PMI Talent Triangle

Framework emphasizing skills in technical project management, leadership, and business strategy.

Predictive (Waterfall) Approach

A plan-driven, linear project management methodology with sequential phases.

Scope

Defines the work to be done and delivered, as well as what is excluded from the project.

Agile Approach

An iterative, flexible, and collaborative way of managing projects.

Hybrid Approach

Combines upfront planning with iterative, incremental delivery methods.

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

A hierarchical decomposition of all project work into manageable components.

Scope Creep

Unapproved additions or changes that increase project work, time, or cost.

Gantt Chart

A visual timeline displaying project tasks, durations, and dependencies.

Milestones

Key checkpoints or significant events within a project schedule.

Critical Path Method (CPM)

Technique that identifies the longest sequence of tasks determining total project duration.

Slack (Float)

The amount of time a task can be delayed without affecting the overall project end date.

Change Request

A formal proposal to modify project scope, schedule, or other plans.

Agile Manifesto

Foundational document outlining four values that prioritize people, working software, collaboration, and responsiveness to change.

Iterative

Working in repeated cycles to refine and improve the product or result.

Incremental

Delivering the project in small, functional pieces that build upon each other.

Agile Principles

Twelve guiding rules that support Agile values and behaviors.

Product Backlog

Prioritized list of features, fixes, and tasks for the product.

Scrum

An Agile framework that organizes work in time-boxed sprints and defined roles.

Scrum Master

Facilitator who ensures the Scrum process is followed and removes impediments.

Kanban

Visual workflow board that shows work stages and limits work-in-progress (WIP).

Extreme Programming (XP)

Agile method focused on technical excellence, pair programming, and continuous testing.

Sprint

A fixed-length time box (usually 1–4 weeks) in which a Scrum team delivers backlog items.

User Story

A brief, user-focused description of a desired feature or function.

Product Owner

Role responsible for maximizing product value by managing and prioritizing the backlog.

Velocity

Measurement of the amount of work completed by a team during a sprint.

Burndown Chart

Graph that tracks remaining work against time in a sprint or project.

Fixes in Product Backlog

Bugs or defects recorded as backlog items to be resolved.