This course prepares team members to successfully participate in Agile Release Trains as part of a Scaled Agile Framework implementation. Participants will learn how to apply Lean-Agile principles at scale, understand their role in the ART, and contribute effectively to program increments. The training focuses on practical skills for planning and executing iterations, collaborating with other teams, and delivering value in large solution development environments. Attendees will gain the knowledge needed to support organizational Agile transformation and achieve better business outcomes through scaled Agile practices.
Introduction
Objectives
- Understand SAFe principles and framework
- Learn team roles in Agile Release Train
- Master Program Increment planning process
- Develop skills in iteration execution
- Learn to collaborate effectively with other teams
- Understand built-in quality practices
- Master DevOps and continuous delivery pipeline
- Learn to contribute to ART success
Target Audience
- Development Team Members
- Software Testers and QA Engineers
- Business Analysts
- DevOps Engineers
- Technical Architects
- Product Management Staff
- Release Train Engineers
- Scrum Masters in SAFe environment
Methodology
- Simulated PI Planning Exercise
- Team-based Role-playing
- Case Studies of SAFe Implementation
- Group Problem-solving Activities
- Interactive Framework Mapping
- Peer Learning Exercises
Personal Impact
- SAFe certification and recognition
- Enhanced collaboration and teamwork skills
- Better understanding of scaled Agile practices
- Improved planning and execution capabilities
- Career advancement in enterprise Agile organizations
- Professional network with SAFe practitioners
Organizational Impact
- Improved alignment across teams and programs
- Faster delivery of complex solutions
- Better predictability in program execution
- Enhanced quality and reduced defects
- Increased employee engagement and satisfaction
- Successful Agile transformation at scale
Course Outline
Unit 1: SAFe Foundation
Framework Overview- SAFe Core Values and Principles
- Lean-Agile Mindset
- Business Agility Concepts
- Agile Team Roles
- Team of Teams Structure
Unit 2: Planning the Program Increment
PI Planning Process- PI Planning Preparation
- Planning Events and Activities
- Team Breakout Sessions
- PI Objectives Development
- Confidence Vote Process
Unit 3: Iteration Execution
Team Iteration Cycle- Iteration Planning Techniques
- Backlog Refinement Practices
- Daily Stand-up Execution
- System Demo Preparation
- Increment Review Process
Unit 4: Collaboration Across Teams
Cross-team Coordination- Scrum of Scrums Participation
- Solution Demos
- Architectural Runway Collaboration
- Information Radiators
- ART Sync Meetings
Unit 5: Continuous Improvement
Inspect and Adapt- PI System Demo
- Quantitative Measurement
- Problem-solving Workshop
- Built-in Quality Principles
- Test-First Mindset
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