Alistair Cockburn

Alistair Cockburn is a prominent figure in the field of software development, known for his work in Agile methodologies, particularly the Agile Manifesto, which emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and customer-focused development. He is also recognized for his contributions to use case modeling and the concept of "heart of Agile," which simplifies Agile principles to core values: collaborate, deliver, reflect, and improve. Cockburn has authored several influential books and articles, helping teams adopt more effective practices for developing software that meets user needs while adapting to changing requirements. His ideas have significantly shaped modern software engineering practices.