Application of Agile Principles

Overview

This StormWind Bytes course introduces the foundational mindset, values, and principles of Agile project management. You’ll explore the Agile Manifesto, understand the differences between Agile and traditional approaches, and learn how Agile emphasizes adaptability, customer collaboration, and incremental value delivery.

This course is designed for project managers, team members, business stakeholders, and anyone new to Agile. It’s ideal for professionals transitioning from traditional methods who want to build a clear, practical understanding of Agile’s philosophy and benefits.

COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Ashley Hunt, Project Management, AI and ChatGPT, CompTIA, End-User Training

COURSE DIFFICULTY

Beginner

COURSE DURATION

Skills Learned

After completing this online training course, students will be able to:

Understand and apply the core mindset, values, and principles of Agile
Distinguish Agile from traditional project management approaches
Embrace adaptability and continuous improvement in project delivery
Foster collaboration and transparency within Agile teams
Deliver value incrementally and respond effectively to change
Navigate Agile practices across various project types and organizational contexts
Communicate using common Agile terminology and concepts

Project managers looking to learn more about Agile principles or new project managers.

None

01. Agile Principles and Mindset

The Agile Manifesto: Values and Principles
Agile Mindset vs. Traditional Thinking
Agile vs. Waterfall: A Practical Comparison
Iterative and Incremental Delivery
Agile Pillars: Transparency, Inspection, and Adaptation

02. Practical Application of Agile

When to Use Agile (and When Not To)
Agile and Organizational Culture
Agile Contracts and Customer Involvement
Responding to Change: Agile Flexibility in Action
Delivering Value Early and Often
Agile Project Lifecycle Overview
The Role of Continuous Feedback
Agile Terminology: Common Terms and Definitions
Timeboxing in Agile Projects

03. Agile at Scale and Beyond Software

Embracing Uncertainty and Ambiguity
Agile for Non-Software Projects
Agile and the Triple Constraints
Agile Metrics: Focusing on Value and Progress
Scaling Agile Across Teams and Departments

SKILLS LEARNED

Skills Learned

After completing this online training course, students will be able to:

Understand and apply the core mindset, values, and principles of Agile
Distinguish Agile from traditional project management approaches
Embrace adaptability and continuous improvement in project delivery
Foster collaboration and transparency within Agile teams
Deliver value incrementally and respond effectively to change
Navigate Agile practices across various project types and organizational contexts
Communicate using common Agile terminology and concepts

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Project managers looking to learn more about Agile principles or new project managers.

PREREQUISITES

None

COURSE OUTLINE

01. Agile Principles and Mindset

The Agile Manifesto: Values and Principles
Agile Mindset vs. Traditional Thinking
Agile vs. Waterfall: A Practical Comparison
Iterative and Incremental Delivery
Agile Pillars: Transparency, Inspection, and Adaptation

02. Practical Application of Agile

When to Use Agile (and When Not To)
Agile and Organizational Culture
Agile Contracts and Customer Involvement
Responding to Change: Agile Flexibility in Action
Delivering Value Early and Often
Agile Project Lifecycle Overview
The Role of Continuous Feedback
Agile Terminology: Common Terms and Definitions
Timeboxing in Agile Projects

03. Agile at Scale and Beyond Software

Embracing Uncertainty and Ambiguity
Agile for Non-Software Projects
Agile and the Triple Constraints
Agile Metrics: Focusing on Value and Progress
Scaling Agile Across Teams and Departments

Application of Agile Principles

Overview

Skills Learned

Understand and apply the core mindset, values, and principles of Agile

Distinguish Agile from traditional project management approaches

Embrace adaptability and continuous improvement in project delivery

Foster collaboration and transparency within Agile teams

Deliver value incrementally and respond effectively to change

Navigate Agile practices across various project types and organizational contexts

Communicate using common Agile terminology and concepts

Skills Learned

Understand and apply the core mindset, values, and principles of Agile

Distinguish Agile from traditional project management approaches

Embrace adaptability and continuous improvement in project delivery

Foster collaboration and transparency within Agile teams

Deliver value incrementally and respond effectively to change

Navigate Agile practices across various project types and organizational contexts

Communicate using common Agile terminology and concepts

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