The Agile Field Guide

Agile that actually works! No theater, no buzzwords, just results.

Most teams are practicing Agile in namesake only, delivering low value because they are drowning in endless meetings and rigid processes. The framework is not broken; your execution is.

The Agile Field Guide shows how to instantly spot and resolve common pitfalls. Stop wasting time on ceremony and start focusing on continuous improvement and delivering genuine business value with real-world agility.

ISBN: 9789354690174

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Stop Going Through the Motions. Start Delivering Value.

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Battle-Tested Playbook

Make Agile work in the real world with practical, proven strategies that deliver actual results, not just compliance checkboxes.

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Avoid 7 Deadly Pitfalls

Learn to spot and eliminate Zombie Stand-ups, endless meetings, and rigid processes that masquerade as Agile transformation.

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Scale Without Killing Innovation

Master SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, and Scrum of Scrums to grow your Agile practice while maintaining team autonomy and creativity.

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Choose the Right Framework

Understand when to use Scrum, Kanban, XP, Lean, or DSDM based on your actual context, not industry hype.

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Sustain Agile Culture

Build and maintain an authentic Agile culture that lasts beyond the initial transformation enthusiasm.

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Real Case Studies

Learn from actual implementations with practical tips, actionable cheat sheets, and lessons from the trenches.

What's Inside

You'll Learn How To:

Avoid the 7 deadly Scrum pitfalls that derail most transformations
Scale Agile without killing innovation using SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, or Scrum of Scrums
Choose the right framework (Scrum, Kanban, XP, Lean, DSDM) for your context
Sustain Agile culture for the long haul beyond initial excitement
Eliminate ceremony overload while maintaining team effectiveness
Manage stakeholder demands without compromising team velocity
Ship actual value instead of just completing sprints

🍭 Bonus Content

A 'Self-Assessment Quiz' with correct answers to test your Agile transformation progress and identify areas for improvement.

Perfect For:

Scrum Masters

Fighting distractions and trying to keep ceremonies meaningful

Product Owners

Managing impossible stakeholder demands while protecting team capacity

Developers

Trying to ship value without ceremony overload

Agile Coaches

Leading transformations that deliver lasting cultural change

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Meet the Author

Debashish Chakrabarty

Debashish is a software professional based in Pune, India, with decades of experience in Agile transformations across startups and enterprises. He has been blogging since 2002 in English and Hindi, sharing insights on software development, Agile practices, and technology leadership.

He founded India’s first blog awards Indibloggies, pioneered Hindi blogging platforms like Chittha Vishwa, and created Podbharati, India’s first Hindi podcast platform. His work has been recognized with nominations for prestigious awards including the TATA Nen Hottest Startup award.

Currently, he publishes newsletters The Agile Chronicles and Podcast Parikrama, sharing practical wisdom on Agile methodologies and the evolving audio landscape.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this book suitable for beginners?

While the book is accessible to those new to Agile, it's particularly valuable for practitioners who've experienced Agile transformations and want to move beyond surface-level implementation to achieve real results.

What makes this different from other Agile books?

This isn't theory from consultants—it's a practical field guide based on real implementations. We focus on what actually works, including the pitfalls others won't tell you about.

Do I need to know Scrum already?

Basic familiarity with Agile concepts is helpful but not required. The book explains frameworks clearly while focusing on practical application over certification prep.

Is the eBook version different from the paperback?

No, both versions contain the same comprehensive content. Choose based on your reading preference—instant digital access or physical book experience.

Can I buy this for my team?

Absolutely! Bulk purchases are available. Contact the author directly for team pricing options.

What's included in the bonus content?

The book includes a comprehensive self-assessment quiz with detailed answers that helps you evaluate your team's Agile maturity and identify specific areas for improvement.