12 - 16 Oct 2025
Istanbul (Turkey)
Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe
Cost : 6000 € Euro
This Agile Software Development training program is designed by Global Horizon Training Center to equip software professionals, project managers, team leaders, and developers with the tools, techniques, and mindset necessary to implement and manage Agile frameworks effectively. As organizations shift toward iterative development and continuous delivery, Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe have become essential for successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Understand Agile principles and values based on the Agile Manifesto.
Differentiate between various Agile methodologies and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, XP, SAFe).
Implement Agile planning, estimation, and delivery practices.
Define user stories, manage backlogs, and conduct effective sprint planning.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos.
Lead Agile teams and manage roles like Scrum Master and Product Owner effectively.
Use Agile metrics and tools to track progress and enhance team performance.
Integrate Agile with DevOps and Continuous Integration/Delivery practices.
Interactive lectures and expert-led discussions
Case studies and real-world Agile implementation scenarios
Group activities, role-playing, and simulation of Agile ceremonies
Practical workshops using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Trello)
Daily review sessions and quizzes to reinforce learning
Hands-on exercises in creating user stories, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Organizations that invest in this training will benefit by:
Accelerating product delivery cycles with higher adaptability to change.
Improving cross-functional team collaboration and ownership.
Enhancing visibility and predictability in project execution.
Reducing project risks through iterative development and continuous feedback.
Building a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Increasing ROI on software development efforts through effective Agile practices.
This course is ideal for:
Software developers and engineers
Project and program managers
Scrum Masters and Product Owners
Agile coaches and team leads
QA professionals and business analysts
IT managers and product managers
Anyone involved in software development or delivery projects
Day 1: Agile Foundations and Principles
Introduction to Agile and the Agile Manifesto
Core values and principles of Agile
Agile vs. Traditional (Waterfall) methodologies
Overview of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, XP, Lean, SAFe)
The Agile mindset and culture shift
Day 2: Scrum Framework in Practice
Scrum roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Development Team
Scrum events: Sprint, Planning, Daily Scrum, Review, Retrospective
Scrum artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment
User stories and acceptance criteria
Sprint planning and estimation (Story Points, Planning Poker)
Day 3: Agile Tools, Planning & Execution
Agile release and iteration planning
Velocity tracking and burn-down charts
Using Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps)
Introduction to Kanban and Lean principles
Workflow visualization and WIP limits
Hands-on session: Sprint simulation using an Agile tool
Day 4: Agile Leadership, Teams, and Quality
Building and managing self-organizing Agile teams
Agile leadership and servant leadership mindset
Managing cross-functional collaboration and team dynamics
Test-driven development (TDD) and continuous integration
Definition of Done (DoD) and Agile quality assurance
Day 5: Scaling Agile and Organizational Adoption
Scaling Agile for larger enterprises: SAFe, LeSS, Nexus
Agile adoption roadmap and change management
Agile metrics and performance tracking
Integrating Agile with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
Final group activity: Designing an Agile implementation plan
Course review, final assessment, and feedback session