Fred Heath

Broschiertes Buch

The Scrum Master Guide - Second Edition

A practical guide to successfully practicing Scrum and achieving Scrum Master certifications

Beschreibung

Stay ahead in Scrum with the latest edition, featuring updated deeper insights into team dynamics, and refined strategies to excel in Agile environments, plus expert tips to help you pass both Scrum Master Level I and II exams Key Features: - Master advanced Scrum techniques with updated content on scaling frameworks and backlog management - Navigate real-world Scrum challenges with new insights on handling all Sprint eventualities and fostering collaboration - Prepare for certification with updated advice and enhanced practice questions - Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description: Curious why so many rely on Scrum and what makes Agile so effective? Learn from seasoned software engineer and Scrum expert Fred Heath, everything you need to become a certified Scrum Master. With over two decades of experience across the software development lifecycle, Fred brings invaluable insights from his extensive work in Scrum, both as a Scrum Master and developer. In this updated guide, he not only takes you from Scrum basics to mastery but also offers practical, real-world knowledge to help you become an effective Scrum Master. The first part of the book introduces the Scrum fundamentals and prepares you for Level I certification, covering the importance of Scrum team structure, the benefits of well-planned sprints, and how to create and manage sprint and product backlogs. The second part elevates your skills to the Level II certification standard, exploring advanced topics such as Scrum anti-patterns, scaling Scrum, and how to support developers and product owners. Each chapter concludes with quizzes to reinforce the concepts you've learned. The book wraps up with exam preparation tips and myth-busting strategies to give you a competitive edge in passing your Scrum Master exams. By the end of this book, you'll be proficient as a Scrum Master ensuring you won't fall behind in an ever-increasingly agile world. What You Will Learn: - Understand the benefits of Agile development and the application of Scrum values - Discern the roles and accountabilities of Scrum Team members - Conduct Scrum events and manage Scrum artifacts effectively - Recognize Scrum anti-patterns and implement best practices to prevent them - Master techniques and tools for effective planning and forecasting - Discover when and how to provide support to the Scrum Team as a Scrum Master - Familiarize yourself with the format of certification exams to prepare for success Who this book is for: Assuming no prior knowledge of Scrum, this book is for professionals who want to build a strong foundation in Scrum and subsequently master it to pass the Scrum Master I and II certification exams. Ideal for product owners, project managers, software developers, and tech leaders, it's an essential guide for anyone looking to stay relevant in an Agile world and become a certified Scrum Master. Table of Contents - Introducing Scrum - Learning about the Scrum Theory and Principles - Meeting the Scrum Team - Attending Scrum Events - Managing Scrum Artifacts - Planning and Forecasting with Scrum - The Sprint Journey - Recognizing Scrum Anti-Patterns - Scaling Scrum - Supporting the Developers - Supporting the Product Owner - Preparing for the Online Assessments

Autor

Fred Heath is an accomplished software engineer and technical product specialist with 25 years of experience in the software engineering world, spanning a wide range of roles, industries, and technologies. He has worked with Scrum for over a decade and has performed every role in the Scrum Team. His technical interests include programming with Ruby and Elixir, Behavior-Driven Development, software engineering best practices, and agile methodologies. He has authored two books, on Scrum and requirements management, and enjoys blogging and speaking at technical conferences. Fred is currently working as a Data Product Manager in the EdTech sector.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Packt Publishing
• 2. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 206
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 191mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 395g
• ISBN-13: 9781835885024
• ISBN-10: 1835885020
• Artikelnr.: 72621286