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Agile antipattern: Treating symptoms not causes

by Bob Hartman on May 13, 2009

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The entries in this blog generally reflect the personal opinions of Bob Hartman (known as "Agile Bob" to most of our clients). Bob is President of Agile For All, LLC. He can be emailed at bob.hartman@agileforall.com

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