SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training - Hong Kong

SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Agile Software Engineering

• Define Agile Software Engineering
• Form Your Agile Software Engineering Team

Module 2: Connecting Principles and Practices to Built-in Quality

• Connecting Principles to Practices
• XP Practices
• Explore Key Definitions
• Built-in Quality
• Tradeoff

Module 3: Accelerating Flow

• Flow of Value
• Validate the Benefit Hypothesis

Module 4: Applying Intentional Architecture

• Apply Systems Thinking
• Role of Agile Architecture in Supporting Lean-Agile Development
• Architect and Design for Testability

Module 5: Thinking Test-First

• Shift Testing Left
• Agile Testing Matrix
• Role of Non-functional Requirements
• Build Quality Throughout the Pipeline

Module 6: Discovering Story Details

• Examine Story Criteria
• Split Stories to Reduce the Minimum Marketable Feature
• Create Workflow and Storymaps
• Identify assumption and Risk

Module 7: Creating a Shared Understanding with Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD)

• Apply Behaviour-Driven Development for Shared Understanding
• Specify Desired Behaviour for Domain Terms
• Behaviour for Business Rules and Algorithms with Test
• Test the User Interface
• Apply Test Doubles to Behaviour-Driven Development
• Identify Existing Tests Impacted by New Requirements

Module 8: Communicating with Models

• Use of Models
• Static Models
• Class-Responsibility-Collaboration Relationship
• Dynamic Models
• State Models

Module 9: Building Systems with Code Quality

• Code Qualities
• Cohesion and Coupling
• Other Code Qualities
• Benefits of Collective Ownership

Module 10: Building Systems with Design Quality

• Design Tradeoffs
• Interface-Oriented Design
• Apply Quality Decomposition Practices
• Apply Differentiation and Synthesis
• Apply Software Design Patterns

Module 11: Implementing Quality

• Design with Test
• Apply Test-Driven Development Practices
• Implement Test Doubles and Test Data
• Refactor to Support New Behaviour of the Code
• Practice Emergent Design

SAFe ® Agile Software Engineer Exam Information

The SAFe® Agile Software Engineer Exam evaluates participants' proficiency in applying Agile and software engineering principles within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) context. This certification validates individuals' ability to contribute effectively to software development in Agile environments. The exam format is as follows: 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice or Multiple Select 
• Total Questions: 60 
• Total Marks: 60 Marks 
• Pass Marks: 70%, or 42/60 Marks 
• Duration: 120 Minutes 
• Open Book/Closed Book: Closed book

Who should attend this SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course?

This SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Course is designed for professionals involved in Software Development within a Scaled Agile environment. This Agile Training can be beneficial for a wide range of professionals, including:

• Software Developers
• Testers and QA Engineers
• Software Engineers
• Technical Leads
• Scrum Masters
• Product Owners
• Release Train Engineers
• Agile Team Members

Prerequisites of the SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Course. However, a basic knowledge of SAFe® for Teams and a background in engineering, development, project management, or quality assurance can enhance the learning experience beneficial for delegates.

SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course Overview

The SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course provides a comprehensive foundation for mastering Agile principles, methodologies, and practices. With the ever-evolving demands of the industry, understanding and implementing Agile methodologies is not just a choice but a necessity to stay competitive and relevant.

The Agile Project Management Course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to manage projects, foster collaboration, and respond effectively to change requirements. By mastering Agile methodologies, professionals can enhance their career prospects and make valuable contributions to their organisations.

This intensive 3-day training is a crucial stepping stone for delegates aspiring to enhance their Agile Software Engineering capabilities. Delegates will learn to develop a deep understanding of Agile principles, Lean-Agile mindset, and the SAFe framework. They will gain hands-on experience with technical practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD), and more.

SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course Objectives

• To introduce the fundamental principles of Agile methodologies
• To provide a deep understanding of the SAFe framework
• To teach effective collaboration and communication within Agile teams
• To equip delegates with practical Agile Project Management skills
• To explore key Agile concepts such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean
• To demonstrate the importance of DevOps in Agile Software Engineering

After completing this course, delegates will gain a newfound expertise in Agile methodologies and receive a SAFe Certification, enabling them to lead Agile projects, enhance team productivity, and deliver high-quality products in a rapidly changing business environment.

What’s included in this SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course?

• SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack