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Getting Started with Agile Architecture

While many have heard of Agile, most have had varying degrees of exposure to it and everyone possesses different opinions about it. Add to this, it is questionable the degree to which architecture is...

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$770 USD
Duration 1 day
Course Code TP3163
Available Formats Classroom

Overview

While many have heard of Agile, most have had varying degrees of exposure to it and everyone possesses different opinions about it. Add to this, it is questionable the degree to which architecture is seen and understood by teams working with Agile. Any enterprise system, such as Agile software development for business products, demands the skill and attention of architecture.

  • Introduction to Modern Architecture
  • Introduction to Real Agile
  • Agile Teamwork
  • How to Do Agile Well

Skills Gained

After taking this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe Agile and Agile Architecture
  • Define Agile roles and responsibilities
  • Work effectively and productively on Agile projects

Who Can Benefit

This course is designed for those working with Agile seeking to level set the understanding of Agile and Agile architecture to build teams up for success

Prerequisites

Familiarity with the Agile manifesto and principles is beneficial

Course Details

Chapter 1. Practical Architecture

Definition

  • What is Architecture?
  • Architecture Programs
  • Architecture Roles
  • Mission of Architecture

Architecture Techniques

  • Architecture Reference Models
  • Architecture Maturity Models
  • Architecture Visions and Context Models
  • Architecture Roadmaps

Architecture Realities

  • To Model or Not to Model
  • Project Driven Architecture Limitations
  • Responsive Architecture

Activity

  • Who Is the Architect?
  • Who Is the Architect? – Results

Chapter 2. Today’s Agile

Definition

  • What is Agile?
  • The Agile Movement

The World of Agile

  • Agile Vision
  • Agile Manifesto
  • The Scope of Agile

Working with Agile

  • Agile Criteria
  • Agile Benefits
  • Agile Principles
  • Agile Policies

Activity

  • Define Agile Principles and Policies
  • Define Agile Principles and Policies – Results

Chapter 3. Agile Teams

Agile Team Members

  • Agile Methodologies
  • Agile Team Roles
  • Agile Team Composition Strategies

Agile Processes

  • People Do the Work
  • Time and Money
  • Is It Helping?
  • Where Is Everyone?

Agile Leadership

  • Shared Decisions
  • Soliciting Feedback
  • Iterative Improvements
  • Tracking and Monitoring
  • Celebrate the Good
  • Learn from the Bad

Activity

  • Team Building
  • Team Building – Results

Chapter 4. Agile Governance

Governance Styles

  • Policing vs. Supporting
  • Reactive vs. Proactive

Agile Governance

  • Event Driven
  • Long Runways
  • Health Checks
  • Goal Oriented

Techniques for Agile Governance

  • Product Gateway Management
  • Identifying the Shareable and Reusable
  • Creativity Boundaries
  • Project Coordination
  • Grooming the Backlog
  • Team Participation

Activity

  • The 5 Ws and How
  • The 5 Ws and How – Results

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.

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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.

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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.

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Reviews

the class/lecture was amazing and very easy to understand and was in detail.

The course was informative, and I learnt a new skill. The instructor was up to the point.

Simply great training provider that I can go for updating/acquiring my skill sets.

Topics, material and specially instructor (Graham Godfrey) was beyond my expectations.

Fantastic and great training. Tons of hands-on labs to really make you understand the material being thought.