5 steps to better software estimates

Schedules are critical to business. They help us plan and coordinate efforts across teams.  The problem with schedules is they are based on estimates. 

In software development, estimates are challenging. A new section of code is rarely identical to past work, making comparisons difficult. To make matters worse, the new code usually integrates with or modifies existing code.  This is where things usually go sideways. And if that doesn't do it, there are usually the unexpected build issues, deployment problems, or various interruptions. 

Here are some ideas to help with your estimates...

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