Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
DSDM (Dynamic Systems Development Method) – ISTQB Definition
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Official ISTQB Definition
An agile project delivery framework emphasizing fixed time and cost with variable scope, prioritized using MoSCoW.
In simple words
An agile method that fixes time and cost but flexes scope.
Exam tip
DSDM is where MoSCoW prioritization originated — commonly cited in ISTQB Agile.
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