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Empiricism and Complexity: The Heart of Scrum Explained

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Scrum is often misunderstood as a set of rigid practices. It's not about following a prescriptive set of steps; it's about understanding the underlying principles that make Scrum work. In the world of Scrum, this means basing decisions on real-world data and experiences, not just theories or expectations.

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Best ClickUp Alternatives: Free and Paid Options Ranked (2024)

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2024 Best ClickUp Alternatives Software Rankings 1. ProjectManager ProjectManager is work and project management software known for its ease of use, multiple project views and collaborative features. The post Best ClickUp Alternatives: Free and Paid Options Ranked (2024) appeared first on ProjectManager.

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Why Predictability Matters in Scrum

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Telling an important customer that “we will get there when we get there” could come across as dismissive, sending the message that the customer’s needs are unimportant to the Scrum team. The Power of Predictability in Agile Teams Agile approaches - particularly Scrum - emphasize iterative and incremental development.

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Embracing Agile: A Developer's Journey from Tradition to Innovation

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Like and subscribe to our channel: [link] The defining moment in my journey was my introduction to Scrum. Attending a Professional Scrum Developer class in Australia, I found the principles of Scrum resonating deeply with my experiences. At NKDAgility, we're transforming how Agile and Scrum training is delivered.

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The Myth of Complete Foresight

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When developers are forced to adhere to an unrealistic plan, their work's creative and problem-solving aspects are undermined. As one participant of a recent class with Rebel Scrum put it, “Because work is completed incrementally (in smaller deliverables of usable product), the work feels more meaningful for developers.

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Getting Hired as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach

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TL; DR: Getting Hired as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach Are you considering a new Scrum Master or Agile Coach job? Don’t worry; there are four steps of proactive research to identify suitable employers or clients for getting hired as a Scrum Master and avoid disappointment later. I just received my author copies ! ?

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5 kinds of Agile bandits. Planning Bandits

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Over-planning not only wastes resources but also becomes quickly outdated in the fast-paced world of software development. The alternative, a more minimal and flexible approach, not only aligns better with Agile principles but also with the realities of software development. NKDAgility can help!

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