Agile & Scrum Training
This one-day Agile & Scrum training introduces participants to Agile principles, Scrum practices, and other Agile frameworks such as Extreme Programming, Lean, and Feature Driven Development. The course emphasizes practical application, helping teams combine best practices from multiple Agile methods to deliver value effectively. Through real-world examples, simulations, and instructor-led guidance, participants gain a clear roadmap for successful Agile adoption and delivery.
Las Vegas, NV
Oct-23, 2026
Classroom / Virtual Live / In-house
1 Day
About this course
This one-day Agile & Scrum training introduces participants to Agile principles, Scrum practices, and other Agile frameworks such as Extreme Programming, Lean, and Feature Driven Development. The course emphasizes practical application, helping teams combine best practices from multiple Agile methods to deliver value effectively. Through real-world examples, simulations, and instructor-led guidance, participants gain a clear roadmap for successful Agile adoption and delivery.
What you'll learn
- Understand Agile principles and values
- Compare Waterfall vs Agile approaches
- Learn Scrum roles, events, and artifacts
- Build and prioritize a product backlog
- Practice Agile planning and estimation techniques
- Create Agile release and iteration plans
- Apply Scrum and Kanban in real-world projects
- Participate in an Agile project simulation
Course Contents
Module One: Agile Foundations
- Waterfall vs Agile
- Introduction to Agile processes
- Agile values and principles
- Agile flavors and frameworks
Module Two: Agile Project Delivery
- Agile project lifecycle
- Team structure and collaboration
- Delivering incremental value
- Customer engagement
Module Three: Product Backlog & Planning
- Building and refining a product backlog
- User stories and acceptance criteria
- Five levels of Agile planning
- Continuous planning practices
Module Four: Estimation & Release Planning
- Story points and relative estimation
- Planning and estimation techniques
- Release planning
- Fixed price and hard date models
Module Five: Scrum Framework Essentials
- Core tenets of Scrum
- Scrum roles, events, and artifacts
- Scrum (3x3) overview
- Advanced Scrum topics
Module Six: Kanban & Agile Adoption
- Introduction to Kanban
- Visualizing workflow
- Managing work in progress
- Agile adoption challenges
Module Seven: Agile Project Simulation
- Hands-on Agile project simulation
- Team-based planning and execution
- Retrospective and lessons learned
- Applying Agile in your organization
Who Should Attend
- Business Analysts
- Technical Analysts
- Project Managers
- Software Engineers and Developers
- Development Managers
- Product Managers
- Product Analysts
- Testers and QA Engineers
- Anyone involved in Agile software delivery
Prerequisites
None
Course Materials
Students will receive a course manual with presentation slides and reference materials.
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Maia Tsitskishvili
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Maia is a passionate clay artist and certified mindfulness instructor with over 10 years of experience in therapeutic art practices. Her unique approach combines traditional clay modeling techniques with mindfulness principles, creating transformative experiences for participants of all skill levels.
Having facilitated workshops across the United States, Maia specializes in using art as a tool for personal growth, stress management, and creative awakening. Her warm, encouraging teaching style helps participants feel comfortable exploring their creativity, regardless of previous artistic experience.
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