Introduction to Agile Software Development Training

Introduction to Agile Software Development Training

Length:

1 Day

Description:

This fully interactive and simulated course helps participants understand d the benefits and methods of Agile Software Development as well as how it may be applied in their organization. The course covers its origins, roles and responsibilities and the essential elements of how to plan and execute releases and iterations. Most importantly, it emphasizes to participants why Agile Software Development has worked in organizations around the world and can how it can be just as effective in theirs.

Topics covered in class are relevant to all levels of experience. Our instructors simplify complex topics and present them clearly and concisely. Case studies and in-class exercises allow the participants to combine and utilize concepts learned during the course.

Topics:

  • Simulation part 1
  • The waste in Software development organizations
  • Introduction to Agile development
  • Different methodologies that follow Agile principles
  • Dispelling Agile myths and misconceptions
  • Agile terminology
  • Agile roles and responsibilities
  • Introduction to User stories
  • Working with features and vertical slices
  • Simulation part 2
  • Iterations
  • Planning
  • Executing the iteration
  • Reviewing the deliverables
  • Looking back: Retrospectives
  • Simulation part 3
  • Agile testing and continuous integration

Who should take this course?

This course is ideal for anyone in the organization who would like to learn about Agile development, its benefits, challenges and their role in the Agile methodology and practices.