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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Differentiate between product backlog and product roadmap.

  • Create user stories, themes, and epics.

  • Explain the need for change in the traditional software development process.

  • Explain the roles of a product owner and a scrum master.

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There are 11 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This Agile Masterclass will equip you with the knowledge and tools to successfully apply Agile methodologies in project management. You will learn the core principles, concepts, and techniques to manage projects more efficiently, using Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to understand the strengths and limitations of Agile and implement it in real-world scenarios. The course begins with an introduction to Agile and why it has become essential in software development. You’ll explore Agile principles, the differences between Agile and Waterfall, and the advantages and disadvantages of using Agile. Then, you will dive into key Agile concepts such as product backlog, burndown charts, and Minimum Viable Product (MVP), setting the stage for more advanced practices. You will explore Scrum in depth, focusing on the roles within a Scrum team, Scrum events, and Scrum artifacts. You'll learn how to manage projects using Scrum, with an emphasis on real-life applications. The course also covers Agile Kanban and Extreme Programming (XP), showing you how to optimize processes, identify inefficiencies, and manage tasks effectively using various Agile frameworks. This course is ideal for project managers, team leaders, and software development professionals who want to enhance their skills in Agile methodologies. A basic understanding of project management concepts is beneficial, though not required. The course is designed for beginners and intermediates looking to master Agile project management techniques.

In this module, we will introduce you to the Agile Masterclass, outline the course objectives, and familiarize you with your instructor’s background and expertise. This foundational module sets the stage for your learning journey.

What's included

1 video1 reading

1 videoTotal 3 minutes
  • Introducing the Course and Your Instructor3 minutes
1 readingTotal 10 minutes
  • Full Course Resources10 minutes

In this module, we will explore the basics of Agile methodology, including its necessity in modern software development, key principles, and differentiators from traditional approaches like Waterfall. You will gain a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts that underpin Agile.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 33 minutes
  • Need for Change in Software Development5 minutes
  • What is Agile?10 minutes
  • Agile Principles5 minutes
  • What Agile is Not3 minutes
  • Waterfall Versus Agile6 minutes
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Agile5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Agile Fundamentals Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will delve into crucial Agile concepts that form the backbone of Agile project management. You will learn about themes, initiatives, epics, user stories, product backlogs, and the importance of burndown charts, MVPs, and velocity in tracking project progress and success.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 70 minutes
  • Agile Concepts13 minutes
  • Theme, Initiative, Epic, and User Story11 minutes
  • Agile Concepts - Product Backlog7 minutes
  • Introduction to Burndown Chart10 minutes
  • Creating a Burndown Chart3 minutes
  • Burndown Chart Activity6 minutes
  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP)11 minutes
  • Velocity9 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Key Agile Concepts Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the critical aspect of estimation in Agile projects. You will understand why estimation is essential, learn various techniques like T-Shirt and Fibonacci, and engage in planning poker to refine your skills in providing accurate and useful project estimates.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 29 minutes
  • Introduction to Estimation7 minutes
  • Why Relative Estimation?5 minutes
  • T-Shirt and Fibonacci Estimation Techniques10 minutes
  • Planning Poker6 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Agile Estimation Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to Scrum, a popular Agile framework. You will gain insights into its core principles and understand how the three pillars of Scrum—Transparency, Inspection, and Adaptation—support effective project management.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 6 minutes
  • Introduction3 minutes
  • Three Pillars of Scrum2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to Scrum Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will break down the roles within a Scrum team. You will learn about the responsibilities of the Product Owner, the dynamics of the Development Team, and the critical role of the Scrum Master in facilitating and guiding the Scrum process.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 11 minutes
  • Scum Product Owner5 minutes
  • Scrum Development Team3 minutes
  • Scrum Master2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Team Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will examine the events that structure the Scrum framework. You will understand how each event—from Sprint Planning to Sprint Retrospective—contributes to the iterative and incremental nature of Scrum, ensuring continuous improvement and delivery.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosTotal 19 minutes
  • Introduction to Scrum Events3 minutes
  • Scrum Event 1: Sprint4 minutes
  • Scrum Event 2: Sprint Planning4 minutes
  • Scrum Event 3: Daily Scrum3 minutes
  • Scrum Event 4: Sprint Review3 minutes
  • Scrum Event 5: Sprint Retrospective2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Events Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on the artifacts used in Scrum. You will learn about the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment, gaining an understanding of how these artifacts help manage work and deliver value in Scrum projects.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 10 minutes
  • Scrum Artifact 1: Product Backlog6 minutes
  • Scrum Artifact 2: Sprint Backlog2 minutes
  • Scrum Artifact 3: Increment2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Artifacts Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will evaluate Scrum's effectiveness as an Agile framework. You will explore the advantages that make Scrum a preferred choice for many teams, as well as the challenges and disadvantages that may arise in its application.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 videoTotal 4 minutes
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Scrum4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Scrum Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to Kanban, another Agile methodology. You will learn about its principles, how to set up a Kanban board, and address common inefficiencies. You will also understand the daily practices and rules necessary for successful Kanban execution.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

10 videosTotal 38 minutes
  • Introduction to Kanban3 minutes
  • Introduction to Kanban Board5 minutes
  • Finding Inefficiencies in the Process5 minutes
  • Underutilization of Resources4 minutes
  • Unequal-Sized Tasks3 minutes
  • Marking the Task4 minutes
  • Other Issues4 minutes
  • Definition of Done in Kanban4 minutes
  • Daily Stand Up in Kanban4 minutes
  • Specifying Rules in Kanban3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to Agile Kanban Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore Extreme Programming (XP), focusing on its values, principles, and practices. You will engage in practical exercises to understand XP deeply and learn how its practices can enhance software development processes.

What's included

5 videos3 assignments

5 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Introduction to XP5 minutes
  • Values of Extreme Programming5 minutes
  • Practice Exercise on Values of Extreme Programming2 minutes
  • Extreme Programming Practices: Part 19 minutes
  • Extreme Programming Practices: Part 27 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
  • Extreme Programming (XP) Assessment15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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