Agile Training in Belgrade

Lean is a methodology that focuses on maximizing value while minimizing waste in processes.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level banking and process management professionals who want to apply Lean and Agile tools to enhance efficiency in managing requirements, projects, and operational processes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and implement Lean principles within the context of banking processes.
• Utilize Lean tools to optimize the gathering of requirements and project execution.
• Set up and manage Kanban boards for efficient workflow management.
• Identify and eliminate waste in banking and service-oriented processes.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Numerous exercises and practice sessions.
• Practical application of Lean and Agile tools in case-based scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Belgrade (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level Release Train Engineers (RTEs) who wish to deepen their understanding of their role and improve their skills.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE).
• Learn how to facilitate Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and drive continuous delivery.
• Develop skills in planning and executing Program Increment (PI) events.
• Gain expertise in managing risks, dependencies, and impediments.
• Acquire techniques to foster relentless improvement and Agile transformation.

This instructor-led, live training in Belgrade (online or onsite) is aimed at marketing executives who wish to understand how to leverage Agile frameworks to optimize growth marketing strategies, create customer-centric products, and achieve scalable growth.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key frameworks used in agile product management.
• Analyze the potential demand for new products and services.
• Learn how to price new products and techniques for tuning value.

This two-day course is ideal for IT professionals who are interested in exploring the Waterfall model and understanding how traditional methods, including but not limited to Agile approaches, have addressed its limitations.

The first day of the course provides an overview of these various methodologies, helping you determine which approach might be most suitable for your specific environment.

The second day delves into project management techniques and best practices derived from Agile methodologies, which can be effectively applied in both Waterfall and Agile contexts.

Training provides you with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices necessary for managing projects using Agile methodologies. The core of the training involves presenting selected Agile approaches, such as the Scrum Framework, Agile Project Management, Lean, Kanban, and others.

This training is designed for individuals interested in implementing Agile methods within their organization, those involved in projects, and project managers who are either currently using or planning to adopt Agile methodologies in their projects.

The training includes a theoretical component, interactive workshops, and practical examples.

Format of the Course

• The course is delivered through interactive lectures and discussions.
• It includes numerous exercises and practical sessions to enhance learning.
• Participants will have hands-on experience in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To tailor the training to specific needs, please contact us to arrange customized options.

This course is designed to help business analysts excel in Agile projects. Participants will learn effective collaboration techniques with the Team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Customers to streamline the development process. The course includes a simulated project where participants can practice handling typical scenarios.

The iSQI Agile Essentials course is an internationally recognized qualification, designed for anyone involved in agile projects who wishes to become familiar with working in an agile environment. This includes Project Managers, Quality Managers, Software Development Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, Testers, IT Directors, and Management Consultants. The course is divided into eight sections and guides participants through the lifecycle of an agile project, from release planning and writing user stories to iteration reviews (showcases) and retrospectives. On the first day, the focus is on key principles (55% theory, 45% exercises), while the second day is more hands-on with practical application (40% theory, 60% exercises).

Course Objectives

• Understand and value the principles behind the agile manifesto and its approach to software development
• Recognize the roles within an agile team
• Learn how to contribute as an agile team member in defining quantifiable requirements
• Apply Whole Team quality methods to ensure that acceptance criteria are met
• Understand the importance of effective iteration reviews and how to contribute to continuous improvement through retrospectives

Agile Software Testing is a set of practices designed to provide timely and continuous feedback on software quality issues, adhering to the principles of agile development.

Continuous Integration (CI) involves all developers in a team frequently merging their work multiple times a day.

This course offers a concise introduction to Agile software testing. It covers fundamental test concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development, using Crispin & Gregory's Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to delve into modern principles and practices of Agile testing.

In this course, master the Agile Team Facilitation concepts, principles, and techniques, crucial for leading teams to higher maturity levels. Effective team meetings and collaboration are essential for success in an Agile environment, and the Agile Team Facilitator plays a pivotal role in guiding teams towards self-organization. Gain the facilitation mindset needed to design and conduct collaborative meetings, driving teams towards better results and maturity. This course serves as a stepping-stone towards becoming an Agile Coach, focusing on both skills and mindset transformation. Learn group facilitation tools and techniques to engage the audience and achieve desired outcomes in meetings and workshops.

This two-day course offers a concise introduction to Agile software testing. It covers fundamental testing concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development, using Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to delve into modern principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for development teams looking to enhance their testing methods in an Agile environment.

It is also appropriate for individuals who are considering a career in testing and serves as a suitable prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

The training offers a comprehensive 360° view on the challenges and opportunities of Agile implementation and the role of a Change Leader. It covers various aspects, from shaping organizational culture to transforming the environment, teams, and mindsets. Participants will learn essential tools and techniques for working with their environment and teams, as well as gain insights into the responsibilities of an Agile Leader and the principles of Agile thinking.

This training is designed for individuals interested in introducing Agile methodologies within their organizations, those involved in projects, and project managers who are either implementing or planning to implement Agile approaches in their projects.

The program includes theoretical content, interactive workshops, and practical examples.

Objective:

The goal is to assist Business Analysts in effectively modeling and validating their business processes and resources to enhance the agility of their organization, aligning with the target architecture and evolving market demands.

This two-day training course is designed to help participants learn how to model their business processes and resources so they can adapt to changes in goals, strategies, and impacted capabilities within the context of the target architecture. By focusing on key elements of business performance such as strategies, tactics, KPIs, and business capabilities, delegates will gain the skills to develop a vision-centric map of business processes and resources. They will then learn how to use the appropriate BPMN and UML notation, tailored to their specific language, to adjust these models in response to changing strategies, tactics, and policies.

The training enables you to gain familiarity with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices for managing IT projects. It covers methodologies such as Prince2, PMBook, Agile Project Management, Scrum, and MSF approaches, along with frameworks like CMMI and RUP. The program delves into the philosophy behind these methods, the organization of project work, roles within the team, and practical approaches to organizing project phases.
During the workshop, participants have the opportunity to learn and practice selected tools and techniques.
This training is designed for individuals interested in implementing project management methodologies within their organizations, those involved in IT projects, and IT project managers who are either currently implementing or planning to implement IT project management approaches.
The course includes a theoretical section, hands-on workshops, and practical examples.

This instructor-led, live training in Belgrade covers the concepts, tools and techniques needed to carry out continuous integration of your software projects in an Agile environment. Participants carry out a series of hands-on exercises throughout the course to apply their knowledge in real situations. Interaction among instructor and participants is encouraged. Real-world cases are discussed and specific issues and questions are addressed and resolved in class.

JIRA Software is a robust tool for project management, but it's often the methodology that gets overlooked in favor of the tool itself.

This instructor-led, live training introduces participants to the power of Jira and Confluence, emphasizing how these tools can work together to support the team in successfully delivering a product or project. Participants will learn how to effectively use these tools to enhance efficiency in managing user requirements, testing, communication, and centralizing all information in one place.

The training covers topics such as JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban & Scrum), planning and dependencies, Jira/Confluence integration, reporting, important fields and custom fields, issue types, screens, and filtering.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configure Jira to manage the project effectively
• Manage issues efficiently
• Design the necessary screens for handling different issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand how they interact
• Conduct basic and advanced searches and analyses
• Generate and review reports essential for both the team and management

PAQ is a three-day experiential exam preparation course designed to sharpen practical skills that can be directly applied in the workplace.

The exam is structured as a hands-on assessment, where candidates are provided with a product backlog release that includes user stories and associated design documentation. Additionally, there is a ‘multi-drop’ application preloaded with defects. Candidates will receive clear instructions on what is expected of them during the practical assessment and will have the opportunity to create the necessary work products. Each practical assessment will include 1 or 2 scenario-based questions requiring written answers (up to 5 questions in total), covering various competencies. These written responses, along with the solutions to the product backlog release, will be evaluated by an independent assessor. The duration of the assessment is 2.5 hours.

Training equips you with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices in project management, grounded in the most respected international standards and best practices—both Traditional Project Management and Agile. It is enriched by the trainer's personal experience and practical business insights. The training cycle incorporates elements from selected methodological approaches such as PRINCE2®, PMBoK® Guide, AgilePM®, and SCRUM®. This program is tailored for individuals interested in implementing project management methodologies within their organizations, those who are part of projects, and project managers aiming to enhance efficiency. The training includes a comprehensive theoretical section, interactive workshops, and practical examples.

Training provides you with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices necessary for managing projects using Traditional Project Management methods like Prince2, as well as Agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum. The foundation of this training is built on established project management approaches: Prince2, Agile Project Management, Scrum, and Kanban.
This program is designed for individuals who are interested in implementing project management practices within their organization,
those involved in projects, and project managers looking to enhance the effectiveness of their project management.
The training includes theoretical sessions, workshops, and practical examples.
Participants will be prepared for certification through a practice exam and will have the opportunity to take the actual exam.
Successfully passing the exam at the end of the training leads to obtaining the AgiPrince2Agile Foundation international certification.

This Leading SAFe Agilist certification helps you to be a major stakeholder in your organization’s success. The certification not only allows you to execute and deliver value through Agile Release Trains but also to lead a Lean-Agile transformation, which is why it is highly valued in various industry sectors.

Acquire the skills necessary to lead the continuous delivery of value in a Lean enterprise. Develop the expertise to effectively assume the roles of SAFe Product Owner and Product Manager within the Agile Release Train (ART), focusing on how these roles contribute to value delivery through Program Increments. Explore how the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture foster ongoing improvement within the ART.

Apply Lean principles to break down Epics into Features and Stories, refine these elements, manage both Program and Team backlogs, and plan and execute Iterations and Program Increments efficiently.

The "SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager with POPM Certification" is a two-day course that enables participants to acquire the skills necessary for effective value delivery management in a Lean-based enterprise. Participants will learn about Agile Release Train (ART) principles, Program Increment planning, writing Epics, and how to effectively fulfill the roles of Product Owner and Product Manager. The course also covers topics related to Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture, enabling participants to integrate effectively into processes and continuously improve ART.

This two-day course provides an in-depth understanding of Lean-Agile principles and practices within the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®).

You will learn how to effectively deliver and release value using Agile Release Trains, construct an Agile Portfolio, and lead a Lean-Agile transformation at the enterprise level.

Through this course, you will gain insight into the Lean-Agile mindset and how to implement SAFe principles and practices to support Agile teams, programs, program portfolio management, and coordinate large Value Streams. Completing the class will prepare you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Agilist (SA). Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

This two-day course is designed to equip teams that are part of an Agile Release Train (ART) with the skills needed to operate effectively in an Agile environment. Participants will learn how to use Scrum, Kanban, and XP methodologies to become Agile Teams. They will also learn how to build their backlogs, plan and execute iterations, and understand their role within the ART. The course emphasizes collaboration, planning, execution, and continuous improvement with other teams.

The class prepares participants to manage a Program Increment (PI), including all necessary meetings at both the Team and Program levels, with a particular focus on PI planning. By attending this course, participants will be ready to take the exam and become certified SAFe® Practitioners (SP).

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Apply SAFe principles to scale Lean and Agile development within your organization

• Understand your team's role on the Agile Release Train

• Recognize other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between them

• Plan iterations effectively

• Execute iterations, demonstrate value, and enhance your processes

• Plan Program Increments comprehensively

• Collaborate and integrate with other teams on the train