Mike Sullivan – författare

This succinct book explains how you can apply the practices of Lean software development to dramatically increase productivity and quality. Based on techniques that revolutionized Japanese manufacturing, Lean principles are being applied successfully to product design, engineering, the supply chain, and now software development. With The Art of Lean Software Development, you''ll learn how to adopt Lean practices one at a time rather than taking on the entire methodology at once. As you master each practice, you''ll see significant, measurable results. With this book, you will:

Understand Lean''s origins from Japanese industries and how it applies to software developmentLearn the Lean software development principles and the five most important practices in detailDistinguish between the Lean and Agile methodologies and understand their similarities and differencesDetermine which Lean principles you should adopt first, and how you can gradually incorporate more of the methodology into your processReview hands-on practices, including descriptions, benefits, trade-offs, and roadblocksLearn how to sell these principles to management

The Art of Lean Software Development is ideal for busy people who want to improve the development process but can''t afford the disruption of a sudden and complete transformation. The Lean approach has been yielding dramatic results for decades, and with this book, you can make incremental changes that will produce immediate benefits."This book presents Lean practices in a clear and concise manner so readers are motivated to make their software more reliable and less costly to maintain. I recommend it to anyone looking for an easy-to-follow guide to transform how the developer views the process of writing good software."-- Bryan Wells, Boeing Intelligence & Security Sytems Mission System"If you''re new to Lean software development and you''re not quite sure where to start, this book will help get your development process going in the right direction, one step at a time."-- John McClenning, software development lead, Aclara

This succinct book explains how you can apply the practices of Lean software development to dramatically increase productivity and quality. Based on techniques that revolutionized Japanese manufacturing, Lean principles are being applied successfully to product design, engineering, the supply chain, and now software development. With The Art of Lean Software Development, you''ll learn how to adopt Lean practices one at a time rather than taking on the entire methodology at once. As you master each practice, you''ll see significant, measurable results. With this book, you will:

Understand Lean''s origins from Japanese industries and how it applies to software developmentLearn the Lean software development principles and the five most important practices in detailDistinguish between the Lean and Agile methodologies and understand their similarities and differencesDetermine which Lean principles you should adopt first, and how you can gradually incorporate more of the methodology into your processReview hands-on practices, including descriptions, benefits, trade-offs, and roadblocksLearn how to sell these principles to management

The Art of Lean Software Development is ideal for busy people who want to improve the development process but can''t afford the disruption of a sudden and complete transformation. The Lean approach has been yielding dramatic results for decades, and with this book, you can make incremental changes that will produce immediate benefits."This book presents Lean practices in a clear and concise manner so readers are motivated to make their software more reliable and less costly to maintain. I recommend it to anyone looking for an easy-to-follow guide to transform how the developer views the process of writing good software."-- Bryan Wells, Boeing Intelligence & Security Sytems Mission System"If you''re new to Lean software development and you''re not quite sure where to start, this book will help get your development process going in the right direction, one step at a time."-- John McClenning, software development lead, Aclara

A rags-to-riches tale of two young adult males in their early twenties, Fred Murphy and Mitch Stein, who also help keep the memory of a quiet, lonely, somewhat misfit social studies teacher, Simon Goldberg, who passed away alive by publishing his romance story. Through this journey, Fred and Mitch meet two women, and they are, at the core, loyal to them. The book has a surprising ending, which can only be appreciated by hanging on each word like holding on to the handrails of a roller coaster through a roller coaster ride. The author, himself, practiced abstinence from dating women to improve his romance writing and to also get inside the mind of one of the main characters, Simon Goldberg. It is an amazing adventure and love story.

Explore the Outer Hebrides like never before — by sea kayak.Outer Hebrides Sea Kayaking is the ultimate guide to paddling around the Isles and St Kilda. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sea kayaker, this guide provides practical information, expert tips, and inspirational routes across over 2,000 kilometres of coastline.Inside this comprehensive guide, you’ll discover:Detailed kayaking routes for beginners to advanced paddlersInformation on landing sites, surf conditions, and tidal patternsGuidance on offshore islands such as St Kilda, Flannan Isles, and the Monach IslesWildlife spotting tips — from seals to whales, dolphins, and seabirdsPractical advice for safety, navigation, and planning multi-day tripsFrom sheltered sea lochs ideal for downwind runs to high sea cliffs and remote beaches, the Outer Hebrides offers a variety of kayaking experiences. This guide helps paddlers plan their adventure, whether it’s a quiet summer day exploring tropical-like shores or a challenging surf expedition along the exposed west coast.Perfect for:Sea kayakers exploring ScotlandOutdoor adventure enthusiastsIsland explorers and wildlife watchers

The Post Office Railway, when it started runningin 1927, was the first fully automated driverless railway in the world, a fullforty years before the Victoria Line started service in London in 1967. Therailway below London became the main means of moving mail, with Mount Pleasantbeing the hub of the distribution system. Linking with London's main linestations most of the country's long-distance mail travelled via the Post OfficeRailway. The fascinating story of how it began, how itwas built, and why it closed is told here in an accessible way that tries tocover a highly technical and innovative system in a way that is easy tounderstand. The railway closed in 2003, but that was notthe end of the story. The Postal Museumtook over part of the Mount Pleasant sorting office to tell the story of 500years of postal history and to open Mail Rail again with specially built trainsas a visitor attraction and the start of a whole new adventure.If you are a railway enthusiast,postal enthusiast, urban explorer or just interested in finding out more aboutone of London's best-kept secrets this book is a must read for you.

This book provides hands-on, step-by-step, practical instruction for parents. Using this book as a guide, they can take an active role in protecting their children from exploitation, sexual predators, adults-only content, pornography, and other harmful content that comes with computer and Internet access. You will learn: How to Talk to Your Kids about the Internet: Includes an 'online contract' to be signed by both parents and children; How to Set up a Safe Computer: Learn how to configure a browser, and how to load and use child-protection software programs; How to Set up a Safe Internet Service: Using parental controls, restricting access, and setting up E-mail and file sharing on AOL and other ISPs; How to Supervise Your Child's Internet Activity; How to Spot and Deal with Problems; How to Master Advanced Internet Issues: Creating safe family Web sites and pages, and Internet usage outside of the home. The Internet is an integral part of daily life in the modern world. With the help of Detective Sullivan, parents can learn to maximise the benefits for their children while still ensuring their safety.