Kent Beck

Kent Beck is an influential American software engineer known for his contributions to software development practices. He is one of the original creators of Extreme Programming (XP), which emphasizes customer satisfaction, teamwork, and adaptability in software projects. Beck also introduced the concept of Test-Driven Development (TDD), a method where tests are written before the code itself, ensuring better quality and reliability. His work has significantly shaped modern programming methodologies, advocating for practices that improve efficiency and collaboration in software development. Beck is also an author, sharing his insights and experiences through various books and publications.