{"product_id":"9781617291210","title":"The Mikado Method","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mikado Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Ola Ellnestam, Daniel Brolund\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Mikado Method\u003c\/i\u003e is a book written by the creators of this process. It describes a pragmatic, straightforward, and empirical method to plan and perform non-trivial technical improvements on an existing software system. The method has simple rules, but the applicability is vast. As you read, you'll practice a step-by-step system for identifying the scope and nature of your technical debt, mapping the key dependencies, and determining the safest way to approach the \"Mikado\"—your goal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe game \"pick-up sticks\" is a good metaphor for the Mikado Method. You eliminate \"technical debt\" —the legacy problems embedded in nearly every software system— by following a set of easy-to-implement rules. You carefully extract each intertwined dependency until you expose the central issue, without collapsing the project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Mikado Method\u003c\/i\u003e presents a pragmatic process to plan and perform nontrivial technical improvements on an existing software system. The book helps you practice a step-by-step system for identifying the scope and nature of your technical debt, mapping the key dependencies, and determining a safe way to approach the \"Mikado\"—your goal. A natural by-product of this process is the Mikado Graph, a roadmap that reflects deep understanding of how your system works. This book builds on agile processes such as refactoring, TDD, and rapid feedback. It requires no special hardware or software and can be practiced by both small and large teams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePurchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand your technical debt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface the dependencies in legacy systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate and resolve core concerns while creating minimal disruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a roadmap for your changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOla Ellnestam\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eDaniel Brolund\u003c\/b\u003e are developers, coaches, and team leaders. They developed the Mikado Method in response to years of experience resolving technical debt in complex legacy systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePART 1 THE BASICS OF THE MIKADO METHOD\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeet the Mikado Method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHello, Mikado Method! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoals, graphs, and guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganizing your work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePART 2 PRINCIPLES AND PATTERNS FOR IMPROVING SOFTWARE \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaking up a monolith \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergent design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon restructuring patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781617291210\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Manning Publications","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40591846441166,"sku":"9781617291210","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/O_acadabc4-a525-45e1-90b3-766acf2afe04.jpg?v=1637758002","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781617291210","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}