Scrum Development with Jira & JIRA Agile from Pluralsight

A great idea is important, but execution is key! Improve your chances of success with Scrum and JIRA Agile.

Having a great idea is just the start, implementation and execution are key. Improve your chances of success by using Agile development methodology and support your efforts with the right tools: Jira and Jira Agile (formerly GreenHopper). This course covers the following PMBOK® Process Groups: Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling. This course covers the following PMBOK® Knowledge Areas: Project Time Management, Project Quality Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Communications Management.

Jira (sometimes referred to as Jira Agile) is a tool developed by Atlassian to help teams manage their work. It was originally used just to track issues and bugs, but has evolved into helping with all kinds of use cases, including agile software development.

Basically agile software development refers to an iterative approach to software delivery based on building and delivering the software piece by piece from start to finish, rather than all at once at the end. Being "agile" means having collaborative efforts and cross-functional teams.

Scrum is an agile framework for project management founded on principles of teamwork, accountability, and repeatable steps towards a goal. The term "scrum" is intended to stress the importance of working as a team in complex product development.

You will learn about the concepts of Scrum development with Jira & Jira Agile, including:

This course is for everyone who wants to learn the scrum framework with the help of Jira and Jira Agile tools. If you want to improve your project management and software delivery process, this course is for you!

What's inside

Syllabus

Introduction

Concepts of Scrum Development with Jira & Jira Agile

Getting Started with Jira & Jira Agile

Sprint Planning & Sprint Retrospective

Scrum & Sprints

Conclusion of JIRA Agile & Scrum

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines Scrum and Jira Agile, which are industry-standard tools and frameworks

Suitable for individuals looking to enhance their project management and software delivery using Jira and Jira Agile

Provides an overview of Agile development, Scrum framework, and Jira Agile tools

Covers concepts such as Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, and Scrum ceremonies within Jira Agile

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Scrum Development with Jira & JIRA Agile with these activities:

Review Agile Project Management Basics

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Ensure your understanding of the principles of Agile project management before embarking on the course.

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Review a summary of the Agile Manifesto
Read an introductory article or watch a video on Scrum methodology

Read 'Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time' by Jeff Sutherland

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Delve deeper into Scrum methodology and its practical applications with this insightful book.

View A Scrum Book: The Spirit of the Game on Amazon

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Read the book, taking notes on key concepts
Summarize the book's main takeaways in your own words

Complete the Atlassian Jira Agile User Guide

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Familiarize yourself with the features and functionality of Jira Agile to enhance your course experience.

Browse courses on JIRA Agile

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Follow the Atlassian Jira Agile User Guide step-by-step
Complete the exercises and practice using Jira Agile

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Join a Study Group for Scrum and Jira Agile

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Engage in discussions and knowledge sharing with peers to solidify your understanding of the course material.

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Find or create a study group with other students enrolled in the course
Meet regularly to discuss course concepts and work through assignments together

Agile project simulation

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Simulate an agile project to reinforce Scrum and JIRA Agile concepts.

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Create a product backlog.
Define sprints and user stories.
Assign tasks and track progress in JIRA Agile.
Conduct daily stand-up meetings.
Hold sprint retrospectives.

Plan and Execute a Mini Agile Project

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Apply your learnings by planning and executing a small-scale Agile project to reinforce the concepts covered in the course.

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Define a clear project scope and deliverables
Create a Scrum board in Jira Agile
Hold regular sprint planning and retrospective meetings
Document the project's progress and outcomes

Write a Blog Post on Scrum Best Practices

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Share your knowledge and insights by creating a blog post that synthesizes and reflects on the Scrum best practices covered in the course.

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Identify key Scrum best practices
Research and gather supporting evidence
Outline and write the blog post
Publish and promote your blog post

Attend a Scrum and Jira Agile Workshop

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Participate in a workshop led by experts to enhance your practical skills and gain valuable insights beyond the course material.

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Identify and register for a relevant Scrum and Jira Agile workshop
Attend the workshop and actively participate in discussions and exercises

Mentor Junior Agile Practitioners

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Reinforce your own understanding while providing valuable support to others who are starting their Agile journey.

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Identify opportunities to mentor junior Agile practitioners
Provide guidance and support on Scrum and Jira Agile principles and practices

Career center

Learners who complete Scrum Development with Jira & JIRA Agile will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Agile Coach

An Agile Coach helps organizations adopt and implement Agile practices. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Agile Coach. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your Agile transformation, and how to help your organization achieve its goals.

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Scrum Master

A Scrum Master is responsible for facilitating the Scrum process and ensuring that the team is following the Scrum framework. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Scrum Master. You will learn about the concepts of Scrum development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your Scrum process, and how to lead your team to success.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for the vision and roadmap of a product. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Product Manager. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your product development process, and how to bring your product to market.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing a project. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Project Manager. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your project management process, and how to deliver your project on time and within budget.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for testing software applications to ensure that they meet the requirements and are free of defects. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Quality Assurance Analyst. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your quality assurance process, and how to ensure that your software applications are of the highest quality.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Software Developer. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your software development process, and how to build high-quality software applications.

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Systems Analyst

A Systems Analyst is responsible for designing and implementing computer systems. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Systems Analyst. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your systems analysis process, and how to design and implement systems that meet the needs of your organization.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for understanding the business needs of an organization and translating those needs into technical requirements. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Business Analyst. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your business analysis process, and how to help your organization achieve its goals.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating documentation for software applications and other technical products. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Technical Writer. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your technical writing process, and how to create documentation that is clear, concise, and easy to understand.

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User Experience Designer

A User Experience Designer is responsible for designing the user interface for software applications and other digital products. This course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful User Experience Designer. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your user experience design process, and how to design user interfaces that are intuitive, user-friendly, and meet the needs of your users.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help organizations make better decisions. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in becoming a Data Analyst. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your data analysis process, and how to use data to solve problems and make better decisions.

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Marketing Manager

A Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing campaigns to promote products and services. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in becoming a Marketing Manager. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your marketing process, and how to create and execute marketing campaigns that are effective and achieve your goals.

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Sales Manager

A Sales Manager is responsible for leading and managing a sales team to achieve sales goals. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in becoming a Sales Manager. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your sales process, and how to lead and motivate a sales team to success.

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Operations Manager

An Operations Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling the operations of an organization. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in becoming an Operations Manager. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your operations process, and how to optimize your operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

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Financial Analyst

A Financial Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial data to make recommendations on investments and other financial decisions. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in becoming a Financial Analyst. You will learn about the principles of Agile development, how to use Jira and Jira Agile to support your financial analysis process, and how to use financial data to make sound investment decisions.

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