Agile: It's Not Just for Software

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Free Online Course: Agile: It's Not Just for Software provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for Less than 1 hour of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Agile: It's Not Just for Software is taught by Joshua Barnes.

Overview
  • Learn how to apply agile principles to any type of work, ensure that your approach is a good fit for the purpose, and get going in the right direction.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Agile: It's not just for software
    1. Breaking the Agile Is Just for Software Myth
    • The origins of agile
    • The similarities between software and non-software projects
    • The agile mindset
    2. How to Ensure Your Approach Is Fit for Purpose
    • Options for agile methodologies
    • Scrum: The prescriptive option
    • Disciplined agile: The flexible option
    • Decision to use an iterative vs. kanban approach
    • Form an agile team
    3. Reviewing a Real Life Non-software Project
    • How do I use agile if I'm not developing software?
    4. Delivering Value
    • Explore the scope
    • Size the effort
    • Prioritize based on risk and value
    5. Produce a Consumable Solution
    • Planning the work just in time
    • Coordinate daily activities
    • Review and demonstrate value
    • Techniques for effective retrospectives
    Conclusion
    • How to begin your agile journey