Easy Learning with Agile & Scrum Project Management: A Real-World Approach
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Master Agile & Scrum: Project Management for Real-World Success

What you will learn:

  • Master Agile project management principles and values.
  • Accelerate product launches and efficient project tracking.
  • Hands-on learning through the QuickBite food ordering app case study.
  • Effective Agile planning and estimation techniques.
  • Deliver exceptional business value using Scrum.
  • Implement best practices for Scrum events (ceremonies).
  • Develop crucial Agile skills: user stories, backlog prioritization, sprint and release planning.
  • Chart your Agile career path with certification guidance.
  • Access exclusive resources: templates, checklists, and AI prompts.
  • Maximize learning efficiency.

Description

Transform your project management skills with our hands-on Agile and Scrum course!

Are you struggling to adapt to dynamic project needs? Do you want to understand the practical application of Agile methodologies and become a certified Scrum Master? This comprehensive course uses a real-world case study – the development of a food ordering app – to guide you through every step.

Learn how Agile teams handle evolving requirements, master the Scrum framework, leverage Kanban for efficient workflow, and confidently estimate and plan sprints using Jira. You'll grasp the essence of Scrum ceremonies, the roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner, and the significance of Agile metrics.

This course isn't just theory; it's a practical journey. We'll dissect the 'QuickBite' app development, demonstrating how to apply Agile, Scrum, and Kanban in a tangible, relatable context. You'll receive ready-to-use templates and checklists to jumpstart your Agile projects.

Key areas covered include:

  • Agile Fundamentals: Understand Agile's core principles and its advantages over traditional methods.
  • Scrum Framework Mastery: Deep dive into Scrum roles, events, and artifacts.
  • Kanban Implementation: Visualize your workflow and optimize delivery.
  • Effective Agile Planning & Estimation: Master techniques for prioritizing backlogs and estimating sprint tasks.
  • Agile Project Tracking: Use tools like Jira to effectively monitor progress.
  • Hands-On Project Work: Apply Agile concepts to a real-world scenario.

Why choose this course?

  • Practical, Actionable Learning: Focus on real-world application, not just theory.
  • Real-World Case Study: Learn through building a functional app.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: Ideal for beginners, with clear explanations and exercises.
  • Earn 4 PDUs: Contributes towards your PMI certification renewal.
  • Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced Agile practitioners.

This course covers essential topics including: Agile, Scrum, Sprint, Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, User Story, Epic, Story Points, Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Scrum Team, Definition of Done (DoD), Definition of Ready (DoR), Burndown Chart, Velocity, Backlog Refinement, Increment, Artifacts, Scrum Values, Empirical Process Control, Stacey Matrix, Time-boxing, Collaboration, Iterative Development, Sprint Calendar, Planning Poker, Jira, Trello, Asana, SAFe, Less, Spotify, Scaled Agile, CSM, PSM, SAFe Scrum Master, ICC-ACP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master, Professional Scrum Master, Agile Project Management, Project Manager Training, Jira Basics, PMP, and PDU.

Enroll now and unlock your Agile potential!

Curriculum

Introduction to Agile Project Management

This introductory section lays the groundwork for understanding Agile. Lectures cover course objectives, instructor background, defining Agile project management, maximizing course benefits, exploring Agile's relevance in today's fast-paced environments, a detailed case study using the 'QuickBite' food ordering app, a comparison of Agile and traditional project management methodologies, debunking common Agile myths, and concludes with a review quiz to solidify learning.

Core Values and Principles of Agile

This section delves into the philosophy of Agile. Lectures explore the Agile Manifesto's origins and principles, applying those principles to the QuickBite app, providing downloadable resources, examining complexity using the Stacey Matrix, reviewing various Agile frameworks, and finishing with a comprehensive review quiz.

Understanding & Implementing the Scrum Framework

Here, the core Scrum framework is explained. Lectures define Scrum and its application to the QuickBite app, detail the framework itself, discuss its role in solving complex problems, include a quiz on the Scrum framework, explore the roles of Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers, cover Scrum events (ceremonies), offer practical tips for effective ceremonies, and conclude with a quiz combining roles and events.

Release Planning and Estimation

This section focuses on planning and estimations. Lectures cover the Agile Planning Onion and Release Planning, creating a Product Backlog for the QuickBite app, different prioritization techniques, a quiz on prioritization, user stories and estimation, defining Definition of Ready and Definition of Done, creating a sample sprint calendar, and concludes with a comprehensive review quiz.

Agile Metrics and Tools

This section covers tools and measurements. Lectures introduce the importance of metrics, discuss key Agile metrics, track progress using the QuickBite app as an example, provide a demonstration of using Agile project management tools like Jira, and culminate in a review quiz on metrics.

Kanban Framework

This section introduces the Kanban framework. Lectures define Kanban and its applications, explore its core principles, present a case study using the QuickBite app and conclude with a comprehensive review quiz.

Course Summary and Next Steps

The final section summarizes the course. Lectures recap key learnings, outline Agile certification paths, suggest resources for further learning, and provide next steps. A concluding review quiz reinforces the learning.

Claiming 4 PDUs on PMI portal

This short section provides instructions on how to claim 4 Professional Development Units (PDUs) from the PMI portal, which can be useful for maintaining your project management certifications.