Summary

The core APEX development environment is a software development platform that is ideally suited to lightweight Agile software development practices. This tool, in the hands of a skilled and motivated team, is capable of incredible commercial success.

There are situations in which you will need to use enhanced APEX functionality by adding external tools that complement the core APEX environment. Enhanced APEX, given the increased number of moving parts, will increase the cost of your projects and affect your entire software development environment. You will find that your team, while still adhering to the core values and principles of Agile, will need to embrace some of the “heavier” Agile practices in order to control your projects.