Duration
EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation
2 days
Overview
EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation shows a candidate’s knowledge of the Agile and Scrum frameworks.
Agile Scrum is about working together to successfully reach the goal. Agile methodologies are popular approaches in software development and are increasingly being used in other areas. Scrum practices include establishing cross-functional and self-managing teams, producing a working increment of software at the end of each iteration or Sprint.
The exam EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation is part of the EXIN Agile Scrum qualification program and has been developed in cooperation with international experts in the field.
Target Group
The Agile way of thinking is best known in the field of software development, but the principles are increasingly being applied in other types of projects. Scrum is a highly used Agile methodology and is suitable for all professionals looking to keep their knowledge up to date with the latest developments in the fields of IT and Project Management, particularly those leading or participating in projects. In particular, the certification is suitable for professionals working in the areas of: Project Management; Software development; IT Service Management; and Business Management. This certification is highly recommended before starting a Scrum project.
Certification Requirements
The candidate must pass the exam. It is recommended to follow a training.
Exam details
Number of questions: 40
Pass mark: 65% (26 out of 40)
Open book/notes: no
Electronic equipment/aides permitted: no
Examination type: Computer-based or paper-based multiple-choice questions
Indication study load: 60 hours, depends on existing knowledge
Practical assignment(s): Not applicable
Time allotted for examination: 60 minutes
Course Outline
- 1. Agile Way of Thinking 10%
1.1. Concepts of Agile and Scrum
1.1.1. Recognize how adaptation to an Agile environment works
1.1.2. Recognize how Agility brings predictability and flexibility
1.1.3. Describe the Agile Manifesto
1.1.4. Recognize parts of the Agile framework such as Pair Programming, Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Continuous Refactoring and Collective Code Ownership
- 2. Scrum Practices 22.5%
2.1. Scrum roles
2.1.1. Explain the Product Owner role
2.1.2. Explain the Scrum Master role
2.1.3. Explain the Development Team role
2.1.4. Recognize the role of a traditional Project Manager
2.2 Scrum Events 12.5%
2.2.1. Explain the characteristics of time-boxed events
2.2.2. Explain the characteristics of Sprints
2.2.3. Explain the characteristics of the Daily Scrum
2.2.4. Explain the characteristics of the Sprint Review and the Sprint Retrospective
2.3 The importance of the Backlog 7.5%
2.3.1. Explain the characteristics of a good Product and Sprint Backlog
2.3.2. Recognize good User Stories and Backlog Items
2.3.3. Explain how to refine the Product Backlog Items
2.4 Definition of Done 2.5%
2.4.1. Explain the importance of a good Definition of Done
- 3. Scrum Planning and Estimation 12.5%
3.1. Scrum Planning
3.1.1. Explain what happens during Sprint Planning meetings
3.1.2. Understand the rituals and the importance of the Daily Scrum
3.1.3. Understand how to determine the duration of a Sprint
3.2. Scrum Estimation 10%
3.2.1. Explain estimation techniques: Planning Poker, Triangulation and Affinity Estimation
3.2.2. Understand how to compute estimates using Ideal Days or Story Points
3.2.3. Understand how Backlog Items are ordered
- 4. Monitoring Scrum Projects 12.5%
4.1. Scrum Monitoring
4.1.1. Understand Burn-Down charts
4.1.2. Understand how to monitor Sprint progress
4.1.3. Understand how to compute the velocity of the Team
4.1.4. Understand Kanban boards
4.1.5. Understand the concept and value of Information Radiators
- 5. Advanced Scrum Concepts 10%
5.1 Scrum in different situations
5.1.1. Recognize how to apply Scrum in large, complex projects
5.1.2. Recognize how to apply Scrum with distributed teams
5.1.3. Understand different types of contracts in Scrum
5.1.4. Understand how to create an Agile workspace
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