March
Introduction to Agile
Beyond the Scrum Guide
- Attained a comprehensive understanding of the mindset, values, principles, and practices of team-based solution development.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge and commitment to the Scrum framework by achieving a score of 85% or higher in the Scrum Open assessment.
- The success achieved in the assessment validated our readiness to continue in the program.
April
Applying Professional Scrum
PSM 1 Exam/Certification
- We achieved a significant accomplishment by completing the Applying Professional Scrum (APS) course.
- This hands-on course provided us with practical Scrum training by engaging in team-based exercises, case studies, and real scenarios.
- APS proved to be an effective avenue for acquiring practical experience by completing a full Sprint.
may
Practicum
Backlog Refinement
- Self-Organized Into 3 Scrum Teams
- Team Working Agreement
- Definition of Done
- Product Backlog
- User Stories
Nexus Sprint 1
Goal: Develop a webpage that is accessible from the AFP Homepage.
- Utilized transparency to develop effective communication methods across a diverse group of strangers.
- Successfully created a Product Backlog and Nexus Sprint Backlog.
- Demonstrated prioritization skills in managing the backlog.
- Showed courage in addressing disagreements and fostering respect among team members to facilitate effective conflict resolution.
Notable Speakers: Ravi Vajara, Mike Torrence, Tim Dickey, and Nick Jule.
Nexus Sprint 2
Goal: Publish webpage to the development site and refine its appearance for improved user experience.
- Practiced adaptability by incorporating feedback from Nexus Sprint 1 Review/Retrospective to enhance future Sprints. Refined the backlog based on the feedback received.
- Refined the backlog based on the feedback received.
- Ensured adherence to Nexus Daily Scrums for improved coordination.
- Conducted thorough Nexus Sprint Reviews to evaluate progress.
- Gathered valuable feedback from stakeholders.
- Maintained focus on the end goal by leveraging feedback from stakeholders and the team during Nexus Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives.
Notable Speakers: Adrian Galarza and Derek Lane
Nexus Sprint 3
Goal: Update and enhance the page for a better user experience and facilitate access to relevant information.
- Inspected work for security and formatting errors.
- Ensured product met the definition of done.
- Refined website appearance and flow to appeal to recruiters and hiring managers.
- Highlighted cohort success stories and skillset through social media presence.
- Showed commitment to Agile for Patriots’ Mission by reducing job insecurity for program graduates.
Notable Speakers: Gabriela Ramos, Lori Davis and Mark Lindsley.
Graduated
Fourteen Veterans, Active Duty, and National Guard members, as well as three Military Spouses, have successfully graduated from the Agile for Patriots Program as part of the Cohort 9 PhoenIX team.
March
Introduction to Agile
Beyond the Scrum Guide
- Attained a comprehensive understanding of the mindset, values, principles, and practices of team-based solution development.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge and commitment to the Scrum framework by achieving a score of 85% or higher in the Scrum Open assessment.
- The success achieved in the assessment validated our readiness to continue in the program.
April
Applying Professional Scrum
PSM 1 Exam/Certification
- We achieved a significant accomplishment by completing the Applying Professional Scrum (APS) course.
- This hands-on course provided us with practical Scrum training by engaging in team-based exercises, case studies, and real scenarios.
- APS proved to be an effective avenue for acquiring practical experience by completing a full Sprint.
may
Practicum
Backlog Refinement
✔ Self-Organized Into 3 Scrum Teams
✔ Team Working Agreement
✔ Definition of Done
✔ Product Backlog
✔ User Stories
Nexus Sprint 1
Goal: Develop a webpage that is accessible from the AFP Homepage.
- Utilized transparency to develop effective communication methods across a diverse group of strangers.
- Successfully created a Product Backlog and Nexus Sprint Backlog.
- Demonstrated prioritization skills in managing the backlog.
- Showed courage in addressing disagreements and fostering respect among team members to facilitate effective conflict resolution.
Notable Speakers: Ravi Vajara, Mike Torrence, Tim Dickey, and Nick Jule.
Nexus Sprint 2
Goal: Publish webpage to the development site and refine its appearance for improved user experience.
- Practiced adaptability by incorporating feedback from Nexus Sprint 1 Review/Retrospective to enhance future Sprints. Refined the backlog based on the feedback received.
- Refined the backlog based on the feedback received.
- Ensured adherence to Nexus Daily Scrums for improved coordination.
- Conducted thorough Nexus Sprint Reviews to evaluate progress.
- Gathered valuable feedback from stakeholders.
- Maintained focus on the end goal by leveraging feedback from stakeholders and the team during Nexus Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives.
Notable Speakers: Adrian Galarza and Derek Lane
Nexus Sprint 3
Goal: Update and enhance the page for a better user experience and facilitate access to relevant information.
- Inspected work for security and formatting errors.
- Ensured product met the definition of done.
- Refined website appearance and flow to appeal to recruiters and hiring managers.
- Highlighted cohort success stories and skillset through social media presence.
- Showed commitment to Agile for Patriots’ Mission by reducing job insecurity for program graduates.
Notable Speakers: Gabriela Ramos, Lori Davis and Mark Lindsley.
Graduated
Fourteen Veterans, Active Duty, and National Guard members, as well as three Military Spouses, have successfully graduated from the Agile for Patriots Program as part of the Cohort 9 PhoenIX team.