Our Approach to Agile Software Development
Agile Methodologies and How We Apply Them
At DaCodes, we believe that great software isn't just about writing clean code—it’s about delivering real business value through collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement. That’s why Agile is at the core of how we work.
This article explains what Agile means to us, which methodologies we use, and how we apply them across our projects with startups and enterprise clients.
What Agile Means at DaCodes
Agile isn’t a buzzword for us—it’s a mindset. It guides how we manage teams, collaborate with our clients, and deliver results. We embrace Agile to:
- Deliver working software in short, predictable cycles
- Adapt quickly to new insights or priorities
- Maintain constant feedback loops between clients and product teams
- Focus on outcomes, not just outputs
We don’t just “do Agile”—we think Agile.
Core Methodologies We Use
Agile is not one-size-fits-all. We select the most effective methodologies based on each project's goals, complexity, and context.
Scrum – For fast-moving product teams
We work in 1- or 2-week sprints with daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. The product backlog is prioritized by a Product Owner and executed by a multidisciplinary team.
Used when: Requirements evolve frequently, or the product is in continuous development or scaling phases.
Kanban – For continuous delivery and support teams
Workflows are visualized using boards and moved through clearly defined stages. Prioritization is dynamic, and delivery is fluid.
Used when: Tasks are ongoing or service-based, such as DevOps, feature updates, or bug fixing.
Hybrid Agile – For large-scale or multi-stream initiatives
We often combine Scrum and Kanban to support teams working in parallel on innovation and maintenance. This allows us to balance stability and speed across different delivery tracks.
Used when: Multiple teams or service streams need to coordinate efforts across shared roadmaps.
How We Apply Agile in Real Projects
At DaCodes, Agile is embedded in every stage of our process—from kickoff to deployment.
Discovery First
Before writing any code, we run a Discovery Phase to align expectations, define product scope, validate assumptions, and ensure technical feasibility. This sets a strong foundation for iterative development.
Sprint Goals Linked to Business Value
Each sprint is tied to measurable goals—user impact, business KPIs, or milestones. This keeps teams focused on outcomes, not just task completion.
Continuous Feedback
Clients attend regular sprint demos and reviews. This real-time input loop ensures product direction stays aligned with business needs and allows us to pivot quickly when needed.
Agile, Cross-Functional Teams
Every client project is managed by a dedicated team composed of developers, designers, QA engineers, and a project manager. These teams operate with autonomy, ownership, and shared accountability.
Metrics That Matter
We track what drives performance and product quality: sprint velocity, release frequency, cycle time, bug rate, and stakeholder satisfaction. Our clients always have transparency into how the project is progressing.
How We Collaborate with Clients
Agile thrives on collaboration. That’s why we create a delivery structure where our clients are active participants in the process.
- We co-define priorities through backlog grooming sessions
- Weekly or bi-weekly syncs ensure alignment
- We work with your tools or ours (Slack, Notion, Jira, ClickUp)
- Documentation and updates are always clear, current, and actionable
Agile isn’t just how we manage our teams—it’s how we build trust and momentum with our clients.
The Benefits of Agile with DaCodes
When we apply Agile in the way we’ve refined it at DaCodes, you’ll see:
- Faster iterations and more frequent releases
- Higher-quality code and user experiences
- Early identification of blockers or scope changes
- Real-time alignment between product and business goals
- Reduced risk and improved predictability