Early bird 1:1 Mentorship Career Switch
Deepak Nailwal
Professional One-on-One HANDS-ON Mentorship Program for Aspiring Scrum Masters (11 hours)
Hour 1: Overview of IT Projects, Types of Projects, and Software Life Cycle
Introduction to IT project management
Overview of IT projects, their importance, and relevance in various industries.
Understanding different types of projects (e.g., software development, infrastructure, etc.)
Understanding different types of projects (development, production support, etc.)
Overview of the software development life cycle (SDLC)
Hands-on exercise: Analyzing a sample project and identifying its type and SDLC phase
Hour 2: Introduction to Scrum
Understanding the Scrum framework and its values,
Explanation of Scrum roles, including Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team.
Detailed understanding of Scrum events, such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
Overview of Scrum artifacts, including Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment.
Discussing the responsibilities and activities of a Scrum Master throughout the Scrum process
Hour 3: Ado Tutorial and Agile Project Management Tools (LIVE and HANDS-ON)
Introduction to Ado as an agile project management tool
Navigating Ado boards, backlogs, and dashboards
Creating and managing user stories, tasks, and epics in ado
Hands-on exercise: Practicing ado usage and managing a sample project
Hour 4: Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Introduction
Understanding the need for scaling agile in larger organizations
Overview of the SAFe framework, roles, and ceremonies
Key concepts of SAFe, such as Program Increment (PI) Planning and Value Streams
Hour 5: Kanban and Lean Principles
Introduction to Kanban and its principles
Understanding the benefits of visualizing work, limiting work in progress (WIP), and flow efficiency
Overview of Lean principles and their application in agile environments
Hands-on exercise: Creating a Kanban board, visualizing work, and optimizing flow
Hour 6: Sprint Backlog Management and Task Estimation (LIVE and HANDS-ON)
Techniques for managing the sprint backlog effectively
User story estimation techniques (e.g., story points, planning poker)
Understanding task breakdown and estimation within a sprint
Hands-on exercise: Collaboratively estimating user stories and creating a sprint backlog
Hour 7: Scrum Master as a Servant Leader
Exploring the role of the Scrum Master as a servant leader
Understanding the responsibilities and challenges of a Scrum Master
Techniques for facilitating team collaboration and removing impediments
Live discussion and Q&A on the role of a Scrum Master
Hour 8: Agile Retrospectives and Continuous Improvement (LIVE)
Importance of retrospectives in the agile process
Techniques for conducting effective retrospectives
Encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Live facilitation of a retrospective and discussion of improvement actions
Hour 9: Agile Metrics and Performance Monitoring
Overview of key agile metrics and their importance
Techniques for monitoring team performance and project progress
Understanding the use of burn-up and burn-down charts, velocity, and cumulative flow diagrams
Live demonstration and discussion of agile metrics and performance monitoring
Hour 10: Final Review and Next Steps
Recap of key learnings and concepts covered throughout the mentorship program
Addressing any remaining questions or concerns
Guidance on further resources and learning opportunities for aspiring Scrum Masters
Setting actionable goals for the mentee's journey as a Scrum Master
Hour 11- Mock Interview
** I highly recommend booking a 30-minute time slot to have a conversation before enrolling in the mentorship program. This will allow us to better understand each other's requirements and ensure that the program aligns with your specific needs.
Note: Each hour's content can be adjusted based on the mentee's prior knowledge and learning pace. The mentorship program aims to provide a combination
of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, and live discussions to ensure a comprehensive learning experience for the mentee.
It's important to note that the mentorship program is customizable based on the specific needs and goals of the mentee. The outline provided above serves as a general guideline, and the mentor can adapt the content and activities to cater to the mentee's requirements.
Throughout the program, the mentor will provide real-world examples, case studies, and hands-on exercises to reinforce the learning process. The mentee will have the opportunity to actively participate in simulations, practice using tools like Ado, and engage in discussions to enhance their understanding of the topics.
By the end of the mentorship program, the aspiring Scrum Master should have gained a solid foundation in Scrum, agile project management, and related concepts. They will have hands-on experience with tools like Ado and a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Scrum Master. The program will empower them to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios and continue their growth as an effective Scrum Master