Lesson 1
Agile Software Developer Nanodegree Program Introduction
Meet your instructors and learn more about the Agile Software Developer Nanodegree program.
Agile Software Developer
Nanodegree Program
Learn best practices for using an Agile framework to build better products faster and more efficiently.
Learn best practices for using an Agile framework to build better products faster and more efficiently.
Beginner
3 months
Real-world Projects
Completion Certificate
Last Updated June 18, 2024
Skills you'll learn:
Agile metrics • Sprint planning • Continuous improvement • Agile communication
Prerequisites:
No experience required
Courses In This Program
Course 1 • 1 day
Welcome to the Agile Software Developer Nanodegree Program
Learn about the Agile Software Developer Nanodegree program and how you can get help throughout your learning journey.
Lesson 1
Agile Software Developer Nanodegree Program Introduction
Meet your instructors and learn more about the Agile Software Developer Nanodegree program.
Lesson 2
Getting Help
You are starting a challenging but rewarding journey! Take 5 minutes to read how to get help with projects and content.
Course 2 • 4 weeks
Foundations of Agile and Agile Frameworks
In this course, you will be introduced to The Agile Mindset and how it sets the tone for "Being" Agile versus just "Doing" Agile. You will learn to leverage The Agile Manifesto as the foundation for all Agile Frameworks, as well as identify the practical differences between Agile and Waterfall approaches. You will then take a deep dive into Agile Teams and Governance and apply best practices of both in order to deliver immense business value. By the end of this course, you will master characteristics of three of the more popular Agile Frameworks being utilized across all industries, which are Scrum, Kanban and XP, as well as apply The Agile Manifesto to deliver practical value in Agile teams and organizations.
Lesson 1
Foundations of Agile and Agile Frameworks
This lesson will introduce you to the course and give you a framework to start your Agile journey.
Lesson 2
Why Agile
In this lesson you'll learn why so many organizations are excited about unleashing the power of Agile. We will discuss the Agile Mindset, the Agile Manifesto, Paired Core Values and Agile Principles.
Lesson 3
Build and Evolve Agile Teams
This lesson will introduce you to the power of Agile Teams. You'll learn about core team roles and the characteristics of a high performing team.
Lesson 4
Agile Frameworks
This lesson will introduce you to the three most popular Agile Frameworks: Scrum, Kanban and XP. We'll cover the core roles, important ceremonies and key artifacts that are used in each framework.
Lesson 5 • Project
WorldVisitz Mobile Application Agile Delivery Launch
In this project, you will apply the skills from this course and act as an Agile Consultant to help the WorldVisitz team launch their mobile application.
Course 3 • 4 weeks
Delivering Value with Agile Planning and Prioritization
The Agile approach to planning is an iterative process that focuses on delivering value to the customer. In this course, you will be introduced to the high level aspects of agile planning, including product vision and roadmaps. You will also learn how to manage requirements at the tactical level, including gathering, writing, and prioritizing requirements using agile techniques from each of the major frameworks. Finally, you will learn different approaches to estimating work and how to build release and iteration plans that help the team continuously deliver value. At the end of the course, you will be equipped with the tools and techniques they need to apply Agile Planning and Prioritization within a team or organization to deliver value more efficiently.
Lesson 1
Delivering Value: Agile Planning and Prioritization
Introduction to Delivering Value: Agile Planning and Prioritization
Lesson 2
Agile Planning
In this lesson you'll learn how to plan the Agile way!
Lesson 3
Prioritization
In this lesson you'll learn how to prioritize the team's work.
Lesson 4
Scoping
Scoping projects and bodies of work is extremely important in Agile, when you are done with this lesson, you'll be able to set up your team to be successful with proper scoping.
Lesson 5
Release and Iteration Planning
Learn how to build a release plan and iterate on it.
Lesson 6 • Project
Minimum Viable Product
In this project you are going to learn how to create a product vision, product roadmap, release plan, user stories with acceptance criteria, and ultimately a MVP plan for a software product.
Course 4 • 4 weeks
Progress, Communication, and Organizational Agility
In this course, you will learn how to communicate project progress and status through information radiators, guide, and direct organizational agility through the use of metrics and how to create those metrics, and differentiate between patterns to mimic and anti-patterns to avoid. You will also learn how to identify and mitigate risk and build an internal team communication strategy and an external communication strategy that works effectively for the relevant stakeholder audience.
Lesson 1
Progress, Communication, and Organizational Agility Introduction
Introduction to Progress, Communication, and Organizational Agility
Lesson 2
Agile Metrics
Learn about using Agile Metrics
Lesson 3
Measuring Progress and Impact
Learn how to measure Progress and Impact with Agile Metrics
Lesson 4
Identifying Risks
Learn to identify and communicate risks.
Lesson 5
Agile Communication
Learn how to effectively communicate status and progress, the Agile way.
Lesson 6 • Project
Executing Agile with The A-Team
Executing Agile with The A-Team is the project for this course where you will put your skills to the test!
Taught By The Best
Vincent High
Agile Delivery Lead
Vincent is a Scrum Master, Agile Instructor, and currently serves as an Agile Delivery Lead at a top US bank. Throughout his career he has served as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach within start-ups, large corporations, and non-profit organizations.
Mark Ginise
Agile Engineer and Coach
Mark Ginise leads Agility training for the federal government. He has taught Agility to DoD programs, and worked as an internal change agent for Federal Government agencies. His specialties include Agile transformations, DevSecOps, cloud migrations, and technology education.
Hasnain Rizvi
Agile Coach
Dr. Hasnain Rizvi is an Agile Transformation thought leader and has trained over 25,000 professionals globally. He is a trainer and adjunct professor for Global 2000 clients, universities, and organizations including The University of British Columbia and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.
Ratings & Reviews
Average Rating: 4.6 Stars
81 Reviews
LUJAIN A.
February 7, 2023
Great
Shatha A.
December 9, 2022
thank you
Reema a.
October 17, 2022
It was light with valuable information! I liked the idea of these short videos with experts. but about the given time to finish the project, I think students need more time than expected. The price it quit too high for the materials.
Ghada A.
September 18, 2022
The program is amazing!
Ediri O.
March 25, 2022
The program is going great, it's what I expected and more.
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About Agile Software Developer
Our Agile Software Development Nanodegree program offers in-depth Agile software development training, ideal for both beginners and professionals. In this course, learners will master the Agile mindset, learn best practices for agile frameworks, and develop skills in sprint planning, continuous improvement, and agile communication. The course includes real-world projects and hands-on experiences in Agile planning and prioritization, as well as progress, communication, and organizational agility. Taught by experts like Vincent High, Mark Ginise, and Hasnain Rizvi, this Agile software development course ensures a comprehensive learning journey. At Udacity, we are dedicated to providing practical, real-world experiences. Our learners gain not just theoretical knowledge but also practical skills that are immediately applicable in the professional world. By enrolling in our program, you join a community of learners and experts, benefiting from our top-tier services, including personalized project reviews and industry best practices. Start today to become a proficient Agile software developer.