Planning in Agile Environments from Pluralsight

While Agile teams thrive by adjusting to maximize value, that doesn’t mean thoughtful preparation is unnecessary for adaptive projects. This course explores the role of planning in maximizing the versatility that empowers Agile teams to succeed.

Agile teams embrace uncertainty and the ability to quickly adjust to changing environments, but that doesn’t mean planning has no role to play in their success. Rather, the most effective Agile teams are the ones that can harness thoughtful preparation to facilitate their ability to adapt to change. In this course, Planning in Agile Environments, you’ll first learn how Agile teams organize their work to achieve objectives. Next, you’ll discover the role of release planning and backlog management in ensuring team efforts are best allocated at any given moment. Finally, you’ll explore how to measure your success in coordinating team action and how to continuously improve on your approach to planning in an Agile setting. By the end of this course, you’ll develop an appreciation for the role of planning in Agile projects, and better understand how to set your Agile team up for success.

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Course Overview

Accomplishing Objectives with Agile Methods

Managing Progress in Agile Environments

Ensuring Sustainable Success for Agile Teams

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores how Agile teams achieve objectives, which is standard in software and engineering

Teaches release planning and backlog management to manage team efforts, which helps learners build teams that can execute Agile principles

Develops skills in measuring team success in Agile environments, which is a core skill for Agile practitioners

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 Planning in Agile Environments with these activities:

Read Ahead: Agile Software Development with Scrum

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Gain a deeper understanding of Agile principles and practices by reading a foundational text on the topic.

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Purchase or borrow the book.
Read the first few chapters.
Make notes on key concepts and ideas.
Participate in online discussions or forums related to the book.

Agile Planning Best Practices Webinars

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Expand your knowledge by attending webinars led by experts and practitioners in Agile planning.

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Identify relevant webinars and register for attendance.
Attend the webinars and take detailed notes.
Apply the insights gained to your Agile planning practices.

Agile Planning Simulations

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Develop practical skills in Agile planning by participating in simulated scenarios.

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Find an online Agile planning simulator.
Create a team and define a project.
Go through multiple planning iterations.
Reflect on the planning process and identify areas for improvement.

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Agile Planning Toolkit

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Consolidate your knowledge by creating a toolkit of resources and templates for Agile planning.

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Gather relevant templates, checklists, and best practices.
Organize the materials into a coherent toolkit.
Share the toolkit with peers or contribute it to an online repository.

Agile Planning Case Study

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Apply Agile planning concepts to a real-world project and create a detailed case study.

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Identify a suitable project for Agile planning.
Develop a detailed Agile planning strategy.
Implement the plan and track progress.
Analyze the results and write a comprehensive case study.

Career center

Learners who complete Planning in Agile Environments will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Agile Project Manager

An Agile Project Manager is a collaborative professional who leads teams using Agile methodologies, ensuring that projects are effectively planned, executed, and completed. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, provides foundational planning skills essential for success in this role. Through modules on objective accomplishment, release planning, and backlog management, you'll gain the knowledge and techniques needed to lead Agile teams effectively. By leveraging the principles taught in this course, you can enhance your ability to adapt to change and maximize team productivity, driving successful project outcomes.

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Scrum Master

As a Scrum Master, you will facilitate Agile team processes and ensure adherence to Scrum principles. This course provides a roadmap for success in this role by equipping you with the skills necessary for effective planning in Agile environments. Modules on release planning and backlog management align directly with the responsibilities of a Scrum Master, empowering you to manage team workloads, prioritize tasks, and facilitate successful sprint delivery.

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Product Owner

As a Product Owner, you will collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize product requirements in an Agile environment. This course offers valuable insights into planning for Agile teams, particularly in the context of release planning and backlog management. By understanding how to effectively organize and manage project deliverables, you'll enhance your ability to drive product development and meet customer expectations.

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Agile Coach

In the role of an Agile Coach, you will guide and mentor teams in their adoption and implementation of Agile practices. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, complements your coaching toolkit by providing a comprehensive understanding of planning techniques tailored for Agile teams. By mastering the principles of objective accomplishment, release planning, and backlog management, you'll empower teams to optimize their planning processes, enhance collaboration, and achieve exceptional outcomes.

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Software Development Manager

As a Software Development Manager, you will oversee the planning and execution of software development projects. This course provides a strong foundation for success in this role by equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective planning in Agile environments. Modules on release planning, backlog management, and continuous improvement will empower you to guide your team toward successful project delivery.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects successfully. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, may be useful for Project Managers seeking to enhance their skills in Agile planning methodologies. Modules on release planning, backlog management, and continuous improvement can provide valuable insights into managing projects in an Agile environment.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring that they are aligned with business objectives. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, may be useful for Business Analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of planning in Agile environments. Modules on objective accomplishment, release planning, and backlog management can provide valuable insights into how Agile teams prioritize and manage project deliverables.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts design, develop, and implement computer systems. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, may be useful for Systems Analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of planning in Agile environments. Modules on release planning and backlog management can provide valuable insights into how Agile teams manage project scope and deliverables.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts ensure that software products meet quality standards. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, may be useful for Quality Assurance Analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of planning in Agile environments. Modules on release planning and backlog management can provide valuable insights into how Agile teams manage project scope and deliverables.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to provide insights for decision-making. This course, Planning in Agile Environments, may be useful for Data Analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of planning in Agile environments. Modules on objective accomplishment and continuous improvement can provide valuable insights into how Agile teams manage project scope and deliverables.

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