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Read more about the article 04/17/2019 – The Inner Game of Agility with Michael Hamman
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04/17/2019 – The Inner Game of Agility with Michael Hamman

Join Michael Hamman and the Washington DC Scrum User Group (DCSUG) as we explore the nature of inner agility, which refers to the sensemaking, communication, and relationship intelligence of an organization’s people. How might we concretely define the realm of inner agility? Why is it important for the success of outer agility, and the outcomes it…

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March 17, 2019
Read more about the article How Many Tests Are Enough?
How Many Tests Are Enough?
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How Many Tests Are Enough?

When trying to decide how to distribute our testing efforts and how many tests to write for each different type, it’s important to consider: Test coverage: How much of the code has a test that verifies its behaviorTest execution time: How long does it take to run the test and get a result backTest feedback: How…

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March 12, 2019
Read more about the article What is a Bug? Here is the First Software Bug Ever Reported
A page from the Harvard Mark II electromechanical computer’s log, featuring a dead moth that was removed from the device. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=165211
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What is a Bug? Here is the First Software Bug Ever Reported

Merriam-Webster defines the word bug as "an unexpected defect, fault, flaw, or imperfection." In 1946, the 1st ever case of a software bug was reported in an early electro-mechanical computer called the Mark II. An actual moth got trapped in the computer relay and caused it to malfunction. The moth was removed and taped into a…

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March 5, 2019
Read more about the article What’s Really Going On? An Observational Workshop
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What’s Really Going On? An Observational Workshop

Check out the video below of Julie Wyman and Mark Grove presenting on "What's Really Going on? An Observational Workshop" at the Washington DC Scrum User Group (DCSUG). They show us how observation is a powerful tool, but one which we may not take advantage to its true potential. By learning how to expand our observational…

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February 28, 2019
Read more about the article Which Tests Should We Automate?
Which Tests Can We Automate?
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Which Tests Should We Automate?

When we look at the different types of tests and the Agile Testing Quadrant, which tests in which quadrant can we automate? In general, any tests that can be scripted can and should be automated. If we can map out a series of preparatory steps, followed by an action that results in an expected value or…

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February 26, 2019
Read more about the article What is The Agile Testing Quadrant?
The Agile Testing Quadrant
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What is The Agile Testing Quadrant?

Brian Marick came up with a way to categorize the different types by 2 dimensions: Tests that support programming or the team and tests that critique the productTests that are technology facing and tests that are business facing Test that support the team: These are tests that help the team build and change the application with…

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February 12, 2019
Read more about the article 02/25/2019 – What’s REALLY Going On? An Observational Skills Workshop
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02/25/2019 – What’s REALLY Going On? An Observational Skills Workshop

Looking to learn how to expand your observational skills in a non-biased and non-judgmental manner to gain a deeper understanding of team dynamics and interactions allowing you to offer more meaningful and impactfull support, coaching, and empathy? Check out this month's DCSUG meetup. https://www.meetup.com/DC-Scrum/events/258684537/

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February 7, 2019
Read more about the article 05/06/2019 Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training Class in Washington DC
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05/06/2019 Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training Class in Washington DC

Join us for the May 6 - 7 Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) training class in Washington DC. This course is a 2 day immersive training and learning experience that covers Agile values and Agile principles, the fundamentals of Scrum, the intricacies of the Scrum framework, Scrum roles and responsibilities, and the keys to a successful Scrum implementation.…

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February 1, 2019
Read more about the article What are the Different Types of Tests?
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What are the Different Types of Tests?

Test definitions vary. Sometimes they are categorized by type, level and approach. Below is my take on the different types of testing. Unit Testing: Verifies that a single unit of code (a specific behavior in a method) behaves as intended. Integration Testing: Verifies that two or more units communicating with each other behave as intended. Component…

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February 1, 2019
Read more about the article 02/25/2019 – Scrum Powder Week 2019
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02/25/2019 – Scrum Powder Week 2019

An awesome event is coming up that combines Agile, Scrum and Skiing. It's 2 days of training (led by Henrik Kniberg) and 3 days of skiing, plus lots of networking and heated discussions:) The program is targeted at experienced Agile coaches, trainers and practitioners with a totally fluid agenda based on the day's weather conditions. Join…

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January 21, 2019
Read more about the article The Most Common Misunderstanding of Agile Software Development
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The Most Common Misunderstanding of Agile Software Development

Beyond Iterative Coding Many software teams think they're "doing Agile" when they're really just breaking down their coding phase into smaller chunks. This fundamental misconception might be holding your team back from achieving true agility and delivering real business value. The Misconception: "Agile Is Just Iterative Development" I've visited dozens of organizations that proudly claim to…

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January 11, 2019
Read more about the article 05/20/2019 – Austin Global Scrum Gathering 2019
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05/20/2019 – Austin Global Scrum Gathering 2019

The Global Scrum Gathering is being held in Austin, TX this year. This is the Scrum Alliance's main North America conference with over 1000 attendees that gather from around the word to learn, share and collaborate on all things Agile and Scrum. Join us in Austin on May 20th to May 22nd. Find out more here.

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January 8, 2019
Read more about the article 04/08/2019 – Certified ScrumMaster(CSM) Training Class in Washington DC
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04/08/2019 – Certified ScrumMaster(CSM) Training Class in Washington DC

Join us for the April 8 - 9 Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) training class in Washington DC. This course is a 2 day immersive training and learning experience that covers Agile values and Agile principles, the fundamentals of Scrum, the intricacies of the Scrum framework, Scrum roles and responsibilities, and the keys to a successful Scrum implementation.…

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January 8, 2019
Read more about the article 4 Typical Transitions Teams Go Through When They First Start Adopting Scrum
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4 Typical Transitions Teams Go Through When They First Start Adopting Scrum

Over many consulting engagements, I’ve come to see 4 stages that organizations and teams go through as they try to learn and implement Scrum on their own. Typically, these engagements start when an organization reaches out asking for help as they are not seeing the benefits they expected after adopting Scrum. I usually find the organization…

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January 2, 2019
Read more about the article Do You Offer Discounts on Certified Scrum Classes?
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Do You Offer Discounts on Certified Scrum Classes?

Absolutely! We offer various types of discounts based on ticket type as mentioned below in addition to special promo codes you can get by subscribing to our newsletter. These promo codes give you additional discounts of up $50 off upcoming Scrum classes. Our discounts based on ticket type include: Early Bird: For every class, there are…

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December 12, 2018