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OO Design and Modeling in Agile

Ascendient Learning's Agile Training: Object Oriented Design and Modeling in Agile training teaches students how to create UML diagrams, including conceptual level diagrams, sequence diagrams, and...

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Duration 5 days
Course Code AGL-122
Available Formats Classroom

Overview

Ascendient Learning's Agile Training: Object Oriented Design and Modeling in Agile training teaches students how to create UML diagrams, including conceptual level diagrams, sequence diagrams, and use case diagrams.

Skills Gained

All students will start with a rough set of high level stories. During the course they will learn to deconstruct the stories and continually groom the product backlog according to the Product Owner’s direction (instructor).

Prerequisites

Students should have some knowledge of Agile/Scrum. Prior OO and UML experience would be helpful.

Course Details

Training Materials

All attendees receive comprehensive courseware.

Software Requirements

For in-person deliveries, attendees do not need computers for this course. We will provide full classroom setup instructions that will include seating in small groups, with supplies such as flipcharts, sticky notes, markers, and pens for the attendees and a projector and Internet connection for the instructor's laptop.

Online deliveries for this interactive training will use an online meeting platform (such as Zoom, WebEx, GoTo, or Teams) to have face-to-face contact online, including use of breakout rooms for group activities.

Outline

  • Introduction
  • Applied OO
    • Definition and Motivation for OOP
    • Ensure Understanding of OOP Fundamentals
    • OOP "First Principles"
  • UML Essentials
    • Use Cases
    • Class Diagrams
    • Sequence Diagrams
    • "Turning Straw Into Gold" Using UML
  • Agile Development
    • Overview of agile software development
    • Agile Manifesto Values and Principles
    • Introduction to iterative coding practices
  • Release Planning
    • First Time Estimates
    • Sizing Your Stories
    • Velocity-Driven Release Planning
    • Applying Themes
    • Leveraging Use Cases For "Check and Balance"
  • Product Owner Roles & Responsibilities
    • Will the Real Product Owner Please Stand Up
    • Product Backlog & Requirements
    • Roles and Personas
    • Story Workshops
    • Spikes and Special Stories
    • Identify and Define User Roles &: User Story Writing
  • Grooming The Backlog
    • Prioritization
    • Looking Ahead
    • Groom Continually
    • Value Assessment
    • Risk-Based Prioritization
    • Running a Successful Sprint Planning Meeting
  • Commonality and Variance
    • Techniques for Translating From Stories and/or Use Cases to a Class Diagram
    • Fundamentals of Commonality/Variability Analysis (CVA)
    • CRC Cards
    • How to Handle Variations as We Get New Requirements
    • Understanding and Using Factories
  • Delegation
    • Delegation and Why it is so Powerful
    • How Various Design Patterns Leverage Delegation
    • Adapter Pattern
    • Strategy Pattern
  • Refactoring
    • What is Refactoring
    • Why Refactor
    • Identifying Code Smells
    • How the IDE can assist in refactoring
  • Using Abstraction
    • Understanding the Template Method Pattern
    • Importance of Depending on Abstraction
  • Model-View-Controller
    • MVC Principles and the Motivation for Using MVC
    • Differentiating between Model 1 & Model 2 Architectures
    • Benefits of the Front Controller Pattern
    • Using the Observer Pattern to reduce coupling
  • Managing Access
    • The Proxy Pattern and the Motivation for it
    • How a Dynamic Proxy Works
    • Why the Dynamic Proxy Offers a More Flexible Proxy Solution
  • Dynamic Responsibilities
    • Using the Decorator Pattern to Bring Flexibility to Designs
    • Adding Functionality and Flexibility
    • Decorator Pattern - Class Diagram
    • Decorators in the Java/IO Pattern
    • Designing a Custom I/O Decorator
  • Conclusion

Schedule

FAQ

Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?

Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.

What languages are used to deliver training?

Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.

What does GTR stand for?

GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.

Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?

Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.

What does vendor-authorized training mean?

As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.

Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?

It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.

How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?

We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.

Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?

Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.

Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?

Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.

Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?

We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth.  We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.

How do I get started with certification?

Getting started on a certification pathway depends on your goals and the vendor you choose to get certified in. Many vendors offer entry-level IT certification to advanced IT certification that can boost your career. To get access to certification vouchers and discounts, please contact info@ascendientlearning.com.

Will I get access to content after I complete a course?

You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.

How do I request a W9 for Ascendient Learning?

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Reviews

The class and material is good. I think some of the software needs to be updated.

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Good training materials and lecture. And hands on lab and the instructor guiding was good.

Class was very informative, although one lab didnt but will try again later