Be flexible and faster with Agile project management As mobile and web technologies continue to evolve rapidly, thereis added pressure to develop and implement software projects inweeks instead of months. Agile Project Management ForDummies can make that happen. This is the first book to providea simple, step-by-step guide to Agile Project Managementapproaches, tools, and techniques. With the fast pace of mobile andweb technology development, software project development must keeppace; Agile Project Management enables developers to complete andimplement projects more quickly and this book shows you how. * Offers a practical context for understanding and applying Agiletechniques, moving from theory into actual practice * Explains when to use Agile and how to avoid commonpitfalls * Written by experts who know how to apply the principles inreal-world situations Agile Project Management For Dummies enables you tounderstand and apply Agile principles for faster, more accuratedevelopment.

Mark C. Layton, MBA, CST, PMP, SCPM, ("Mr. Agile") is an organizational strategist and PMI certification instructor. He is the Los Angeles chair for the Agile Leadership Network and is the founder of Platinum Edge, Inc. Mark has MBAs from UCLA and National University of Singapore, is a Certified Scrum Trainer, PMP-certified, and recipient of Stanford University's advanced project management certification.

Rev up your software development with a faster, more flexible approach

When it comes to software development, you can drive a high performance racecar or bounce along in a horse and buggy. The choice is clear, and it's time to put your foot on the gas as you learn how to implement agile techniques. This simple, step-by-step guide puts all the tools and techniques in your hands so you can manage your projects in the most efficient way possible.

• Getting agile from the Agile Manifesto and the 12 Agile Principles to the benefits and reasons for implementing, build your foundation for understanding this project management approach

• Putting the pieces into place dive under the umbrella of agile approaches, create the physical environment, and establish the roles on your team

• Time to go to work build your skills in agile planning, creating a product roadmap, scheduling releases, planning iterations, and preparing for the launch

• Building your project management skills learn how to manage everything from scope, time, and cost to team dynamics, quality, and risk

• Ensuring success recruit the right members for your team and follow the key steps to make agile work in your organization

Open the book and find:

• Why agile techniques work better than historical approaches

• Overviews of lean, extreme programming, and scrum

• Steps for putting agile into action

• Ways to define product vision and features

• How to plan releases and sprints

• Methods for managing scope and procurement

• How to simplify and increase project reporting

• Tips for creating an environment that works for agile

Learn to:

• Complete software projects in weeks instead of months

• Use agile techniques to reduce risk and leverage core benefits

• Turn agile theory into practice

• Avoid common pitfalls

As mobile and web technologies continue to evolve rapidly, there is added pressure to develop and implement software projects in weeks instead of months. Agile Project Management For Dummies can make that happen. This is the first book to provide a simple, step-by-step guide to Agile Project Management approaches, tools, and techniques. With the fast pace of mobile and web technology development, software project development must keep pace; Agile Project Management enables developers to complete and implement projects more quickly and this book shows you how.

• Offers a practical context for understanding and applying Agile techniques, moving from theory into actual practice
• Explains when to use Agile and how to avoid common pitfalls
• Written by experts who know how to apply the principles in real-world situations

Agile Project Management For Dummies enables you to understand and apply Agile principles for faster, more accurate development.

Introduction 1

Part I: Understanding Agile 7

Chapter 1: Modernizing Project Management 9

Chapter 2: The Agile Manifesto and Principles 19

Chapter 3: Why Agile Works Better 43

Part II: Being Agile 61

Chapter 4: Agile Frameworks 63

Chapter 5: Putting Agile into Action: The Environment 77

Chapter 6: Putting Agile into Action: The Behaviors 87

Part III: Working in Agile 107

Chapter 7: Defining the Product Vision and Product Roadmap 109

Chapter 8: Planning Releases and Sprints 127

Chapter 9: Working Through the Day 151

Chapter 10: Showcasing Work and Incorporating Feedback 169

Chapter 11: Preparing for Release 179

Part IV: Managing in Agile 185

Chapter 12: Managing Scope and Procurement 187

Chapter 13: Managing Time and Cost 207

Chapter 14: Managing Team Dynamics and Communication 227

Chapter 15: Managing Quality and Risk 251

Part V: Ensuring Agile Success275

Chapter 16: Building a Foundation 277

Chapter 17: Being a Change Agent 289

Part VI: The Part of Tens 307

Chapter 18: Ten Key Benefits of Agile Project Management 309

Chapter 19: Ten Key Metrics for Agile Project Management 317

Chapter 20: Ten Key Resources for Agile Project Management 327

Index 331