SAFe® for Teams Training Course
This two-day course is designed to equip teams that are part of an Agile Release Train (ART) with the skills needed to operate effectively in an Agile environment using methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and XP. Participants will learn how to transform into Agile Teams, develop their backlogs, and plan and execute iterations. The training also covers understanding their role within the ART, collaborating with other teams, and continuously improving processes.
The class prepares participants to manage a Program Increment (PI), including all necessary meetings at both the Team and Program levels, with a particular emphasis on PI planning. By attending this course, you will be well-prepared to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Practitioner (SP).
After completing this course, you should be able to:
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Implement SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development within your organization
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Understand your team’s role on the Agile Release Train
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Identify all other teams on the train, their roles, and the interdependencies between them
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Plan and manage iterations effectively
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Execute iterations, demonstrate value, and enhance your processes
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Plan Program Increments efficiently
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Collaborate and integrate with other teams on the train
Course Outline
- Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®)
- Building an Agile Team
- Planning the Iteration
- Executing the Iteration
- Executing the Program Increment
Requirements
All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) certification exam:
- Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles
- Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and XP
- Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes
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