Overview
- Presents relevant concepts in an easy-to-understand format, removing the unnecessary clutter and helping with learning, capability building, and retention
- Overview of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, XP, Kanban, and Lean
- Can be used as a handy reference by someone beginning with Agile, and a refresher for a seasoned Agile practitioner
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Table of contents (10 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Back Matter
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About this book
Prepare for the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP®) exam. Augment your professional experience with the necessary knowledge of the skills, tools, and techniques that are required for passing the examination. This is a comprehensive and one-stop guide with 100% coverage of the exam topics detailed in the PMI-ACP® Exam content outline. Rehearse and test your knowledge and understanding of the subject using the practice quizzes after each chapter, three full-length mock exams, and practical tips and advice.
You will be able to understand the Agile manifesto, its principles and many facets of Agile project management such as planning, prioritization, estimation, releases, retrospectives, risk management, and continuous improvement. The book covers Agile metrics and means of demonstrating progress. People management aspects such as behavioral traits, servant leadership, negotiation, conflict management, team building, and Agile coaching are explained.Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, this book also serves as a practical reference for key concepts in Agile and Agile methodologies such as Scrum, XP, Lean, and Kanban.
What you will learn:
•The necessary knowledge of the skills, tools, and techniques that are required for passing the PMI-ACP examination•To understand the scope and objectives of the PMI-ACP exam, and gain confidence by taking practice quizzes provided in each chapter and three full-length mock exams
•To gain exposure to Agile methodologies such as Scrum, XP, Lean, and Kanban plus various tools and techniques required to conduct Agile projects
•The focus is to "Be Agile", rather than "Do Agile"
Who this book is for:
The audience for this book primarily includes IT professionals who wish to prepare for and pass the Agile Certified Professional (ACP) exam from the Project Management Institute (PMI). The book also is a practical reference book for Agile Practioners.
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
The author holds a few Agile certifications namely Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) from PMI and Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM) from Scrum Alliance.During his spare time, the author also provides freelance and corporate trainings on Agile and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Ace the PMI-ACP® exam
Book Subtitle: A Quick Reference Guide for the Busy Professional
Authors: Sumanta Boral
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-2526-4
Publisher: Apress Berkeley, CA
eBook Packages: Professional and Applied Computing, Apress Access Books, Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Copyright Information: Sumanta Boral 2016
Softcover ISBN: 978-1-4842-2525-7Published: 28 December 2016
eBook ISBN: 978-1-4842-2526-4Published: 26 December 2016
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XXXVI, 441
Number of Illustrations: 4 b/w illustrations, 115 illustrations in colour
Topics: Management of Computing and Information Systems, Business Strategy/Leadership, Business Process Management