Insights and guidance for the agile Project ManagerThe second edition provides an update on the field experiences since the original book. Going Agile synthesizes definitions, concepts, and practices that would be applicable to an executive, manager, or project manager that wants to be informed about agile. It is designed as an introduction to different agile themes and as a reference on the application of agile practices. It can be a valuable guide for a transition to agile practices and a desk reference for applying agile techniques to a project. The key topics included in the book are:The applicability of agile, its benefits, and failuresDescription of selected methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP)The agile techniques and skills needed for an agile coachAgile practices aligned to the Project Management Body of PMBOK®) Guide Edition 5 knowledge areasPersonal experiences from agile coaches and team membersA glossary of terms used in the book.Profiles of agile and management experts referenced in the book.It is a useful guide for an agile Project Manager before or after taking the Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam.
Insights and guidance for the agile Project ManagerThe second edition provides an update on the field experiences since the original book. Going Agile synthesizes definitions, concepts, and practices that would be applicable to an executive, manager, or project manager that wants to be informed about agile. It is designed as an introduction to different agile themes and as a reference on the application of agile practices. It can be a valuable guide for a transition to agile practices and a desk reference for applying agile techniques to a project. The key topics included in the book are:The applicability of agile, its benefits, and failuresDescription of selected methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP)The agile techniques and skills needed for an agile coachAgile practices aligned to the Project Management Body of PMBOK®) Guide Edition 5 knowledge areasPersonal experiences from agile coaches and team membersA glossary of terms used in the book.Profiles of agile and management experts referenced in the book.It is a useful guide for an agile Project Manager before or after taking the Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam.
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