Course Overview
In this course attendees will learn about the similarities and differences between managing agile and traditional software projects. Through a combination of presentations, group and class discussions, and practical hands-on exercises, this course will explore the guiding principles, tools and techniques that are available to the agile project manager. By learning how to energize a team and create enthusiasm, the project manager can help guide agile projects to ultimate success.

Whether a project manager is already using agile methods and is looking for tips on how to manage projects more effectively, or is simply wanting to discover how managing agile projects works, this course will provide managers, leaders and developers with invaluable insights into the world of agile project management. Read More.

Who Should Attend
This seminar is ideally suited to software professionals involved in the planning and management of development projects, and project managers wanting to learn about how to effectively apply their knowledge and experience in the world of agile software development.

Benefits and Learning Objectives
At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:

• Recognize differences and similarities between agile and traditional software projects
• Know when to apply agile project management over traditional approaches
• Know how to initiate agile projects with a well-articulated business or product vision
• Comprehend the concept and value of controlling the agility
• Understand the purpose and approaches for iteration and milestone reviews
• Recognize the human implications of agile software development
• Be able to promote an environment and culture in which agile personnel can thrive
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Plus, receive valuable takeaways. The workshop manual helps you explore the guiding concepts and principles, tools and techniques specific to agile project management along with valuable concept explanations and facilitation techniques used within the course.

Read the Instructor Bio: Geoff Hewson.

Other courses led by this instructor:

• An Introduction to Agile Development
• Practical Estimation:
  Getting the Most Value From Your Estimation Practices
• Foundations for Success in Software Development
• Quality: The Foundation for Great Software
• Building a Great Product: The Qualities of Great Software
• 8 Essential Steps for Managing Software Projects
• How to Write Effective Use Cases Right:
  The Key to Finding the Right Requirements

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February 21-22    Vancouver, BC         $1095 CAD   Register
May 8-9                  Vancouver, BC         $1095 CAD   Register

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