Agile methodology, autism, Down syndrome, Extreme Programming, mental retardation, VOKS, RUP, testing

Currently, we can meet ad hoc software development which is not based on any methodology and the process is controlled rather intuitively. This approach is, however, possible to be used only in small and simple projects. Extending requirements on software and speed of its development have led to the necessity of more sophisticated development approaches. Individual methodologies and models have gradually appeared. The paper shows suitability of using agile methods of software development for a concrete application which is designed for users with specific disorders, such as autistic spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, mental retardation, etc. It tries to show advantages and disadvantages of new methodologies, particularly Extreme Programming. They have been increasingly applied in smaller teams. Many of agile processes and techniques influence traditional rigorous methodologies.

Currently, we can meet ad hoc software development which is not based on any methodology and the process is controlled rather intuitively. This approach is, however, possible to be used only in small and simple projects. Extending requirements on software and speed of its development have led to the necessity of more sophisticated development approaches. Individual methodologies and models have gradually appeared. The paper shows suitability of using agile methods of software development for a concrete application which is designed for users with specific disorders, such as autistic spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, mental retardation, etc. It tries to show advantages and disadvantages of new methodologies, particularly Extreme Programming. They have been increasingly applied in smaller teams. Many of agile processes and techniques influence traditional rigorous methodologies.