Agile processes in software engineering and extreme programming : 20th International Conference, XP 2019 Montréal, QC, Canada, may 21–25, 2019 proceedings

Abstract

This volume contains the research papers presented at XP 2019, the 20th International Conference on Agile Software Development, held during May 21–25, 2019, at the École de technologie supérieure in Montréal, Québec, Canada. XP is the premier agile software development conference combining research and practice. It is a hybrid forum where agile researchers, academics, practitioners, thought leaders, coaches, and trainers get together to present and discuss their most recent innovations, research results, experiences, concerns, challenges, and trends. XP conferences have inspired the successful evolution and adoption of agile practices by teams and organizations, not only in the software industry and academia, but also beyond. Whether you were new to agile or a seasoned agile practitioner, XP 2019 provided an informal environment to network, share, and discover trends in agile for the next 20 years. Submissions of previously unpublished research papers related to agile and lean software development were invited for the XP 2019 Research Track. The submissions received addressed a variety of agile software development topics of concern to researchers and practitioners alike. Submissions based on empirical studies and including practitioner and academic collaborations were encouraged. We received 45 submissions. After the first screening by the track chairs, 38 submissions were sent for peer reviews. Each submission received (on average) four reviews from Program Committee members. Based on reviewer comments, 15 papers were accepted presentation and publication in these proceedings. The success of the XP 2019 conference and the Research Track should be attributed to the passionate and hard work of many people. We greatly appreciate the contributions from authors, the Program Committee, the volunteers, and our sponsors. Last but not least, we would like to express our sincere thanks to the XP Conference Steering Committee and the Agile Alliance for their ongoing support.