Agile Essentials: Practical Guide To The What, Why, And How

Master the core principles, mindset, and practices of Agile for successful, flexible, and customer-centered projects.

What you'll learn

The Fundamentals of Agile: What Agile is and why it’s transforming modern project management.

Core Agile Principles and Values: The key principles that guide Agile teams, from collaboration to flexibility.

Agile Frameworks and Practices: An overview of popular Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban, and how to apply them effectively.

How to Implement Agile: Practical steps to begin using Agile in your projects, including planning, sprints, and retrospectives.

The Benefits of Agile for Teams and Organizations: How Agile empowers teams to deliver value faster, improve collaboration, and stay adaptable in changing envir

Requirements

No Prior Agile Knowledge Required

Description

Unlock the power of Agile with this comprehensive, beginner-friendly course designed for those who want to learn and apply Agile principles effectively. Whether you're a project manager, team leader, or anyone interested in Agile methodologies, this course will provide you with a solid foundation in Agile. We start with the basics, including its importance in today's dynamic environment, and progress to advanced topics like scaling Agile for larger projects.Throughout the course, you’ll gain hands-on knowledge of popular frameworks, such as Scrum, SAFe®, and Kanban, along with the roles and responsibilities crucial to successful Agile teams. By the end of this course, you'll understand how to foster collaboration, adapt to change, and prioritize continuous improvement for outstanding results.What is Primarily Taught in Your Course?Agile Principles and Mindset: Dive into the Agile Manifesto and understand Agile as more than a methodology—it's a mindset for adaptability and growth.Popular Agile Frameworks: Gain practical knowledge of frameworks like Scrum, SAFe®, and Kanban to choose the best fit for your projects.Essential Agile Roles and Practices: Learn about roles like Product Owner, Scrum Master, and team dynamics that are vital to Agile success.Scaling Agile: Discover strategies for applying Agile in larger, more complex projects.Customer-Centric and Continuous Improvement Focus: Prioritize customer needs and create a culture of constant feedback and improvement within teams.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Agile

Lecture 1 What is Agile?

Lecture 2 The Agile Manifesto – 4 Core Values

Lecture 3 12 Agile Principles

Lecture 4 Overview of Popular Agile Frameworks

Lecture 5 Why Agile Matters Today

Section 2: The Agile Mindset

Lecture 6 Agile as a Mindset, Not Just a Methodology

Lecture 7 Collaboration and Self-Organizing Teams

Lecture 8 Embracing Change and Flexibility

Lecture 9 Customer-Centric Focus

Lecture 10 Continuous Improvement

Section 3: Agile in Action – Practices and Roles

Lecture 11 What is an Iteration/Sprint?

Lecture 12 Scrum Roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Development Team

Lecture 13 The Agile Backlog and Prioritization

Lecture 14 Daily Stand-Ups

Lecture 15 Retrospectives – Continuous Learning

Section 4: Scaling Agile

Lecture 16 Challenges of Scaling Agile

Lecture 17 Introduction to SAFe®

Lecture 18 Lean-Agile Leadership

Lecture 19 Benefits of Scaling Agile

Lecture 20 Getting Started with Scaling

Beginners to Agile: Individuals new to Agile who want a solid understanding of the basics.,Project Managers and Team Leaders: Professionals looking to enhance their project management skills and adopt Agile practices in their teams.,Business and IT Professionals: Those in business, software development, IT, or product management seeking to implement Agile methodologies in their work.,Organizations Transitioning to Agile: Teams or departments in companies exploring Agile as a way to improve project outcomes and adaptability.,Students and Career Changers: Anyone interested in building a foundation in Agile to advance their career in project management, product development, or technology.