Stop multiplying by 4: Practical software estimation

Many developers are often asked by project owners to give time estimates for features or bug fixes.  But how many developers have the ability to provide project owners a reasonable estimate?  Many developers will just follow irrational formulas or arbitrary methods to create a number that is not only wrong, but costly.  "Stop Multiplying by 4" will teach developers of all skill levels easy techniques to provide accurate estimations.  We will start with a small calibration exercise to find out how good you are.  We will then go over procedures to improve accuracy.  Whether you are new to developing or have years of experience: after attending this talk, you will walk away with the ability to improve how to make and manage expectations when developing software

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http://www.slideshare.net/manchuck/stop-multiplying-by-4-laracon