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Spike (software development)
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<p>A spike is a product development method originating from <a href="/facts/Extreme_programming/UCeJIvhQ">extreme programming</a> that uses the simplest possible program to explore potential solutions. It is used to determine how much work will be required to solve or work around a software issue. Typically, a "spike test" involves gathering additional information or testing for easily reproduced <a href="/facts/Edge_case/E5po5oDy">edge cases</a>. The term is used in <a href="/facts/Agile_software_development/LDaISBAW">agile software development</a> approaches like <a href="/facts/Scrum_(software_development)/Ih3ufnVB">Scrum</a> or <a href="/facts/Extreme_Programming/UCeJIvhQ">Extreme Programming</a>. </p>