…software delivery on the Agile Mentors Podcast. Overview On this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, join Brian as he welcomes guest Carlos Nunez, to explore the origins, debunk myths, and unlock the potential of DevOps in optimizing software delivery. Listen in to explore DevOps, its tools, and its profound…

…this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian welcomes Agile coach Reese Schmit who shares her tips for breaking recurring anti-patterns in teams and organizations through the power of the why. Overview In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian is joined by Agile Coach Reese Schmit to discuss…

…our custom Scrum and agile zoom backgrounds?) Remote Software Development Teams Predate Covid It would be a mistake, though, to assume that remote Scrum began with Covid. In fact, the trend of remote work environments was growing at an incredible rate prior to lockdowns. A study from flexjobs / Global…

…into building cohesive and agile teams that bleed into each other and explore how conflicts can be transformed into opportunities for growth and improvement when Brian and his guest Julie Chickering delve into how to create team safety. Overview: In this episode of the “Agile Mentors” podcast, Brian sits down…

…achieving success in implementing Agile practices in regulatory environments on this episode of the “Agile Mentors” podcast. Overview: In this episode of the Agile Mentors podcast, Brian and Scott Dunn delve into the challenges of implementing Agile practices in regulatory environments. They discuss the importance of finding ways to work…

…show: Lance Dacy Big Agile “Be curious, not judgemental” – Walt Whitman #54: Unlocking Agile’s Power in the World of Data Science with Lance Dacy #63: The Interplay Between Data Science and Agile with Lance Dacy #82: The Intersection of AI and Agile with Emilia Breton #99: AI & Agile…

…crucial shifts needed in communication, event understanding, and organizational empowerment for Agile success. Overview Brian welcomes special guest Stefan Wolpers as they explore the maze of Scrum anti-patterns. Discover the art of tackling communication breakdowns, unravel the misunderstandings that plague Scrum events, confront the systemic issues of organizational anti-patterns, and…

…What Does a High-Performing Agile Team Look Like? To discover what makes a good team become great, let’s break down my definition of a high-performing Scrum team: A high-performing team sustainably exceeds expectations in achieving clear goals. Exceeds Expectations Let’s start with “exceeds expectations.” To be considered high performing, a…

…In this episode of the Agile Mentors Podcast, Brian welcomes back longtime friend and mentor Kert Peterson for a deep dive into what product ownership looks like in a shared services environment. They explore the practical realities that differentiate shared services from traditional product teams, from endless stakeholder requests to…

How does Agile fit into the fast-paced, high-stakes world of game development? Clinton Keith, author of Agile Game Development, spills the secrets from his time working with some of the top studios in the industry and explains why adapting Agile to gaming is both a challenge and a game-changer. Overview…

…on integrating testing into Agile teams. Discover how to bridge the gap between programmers and testers for collaboration and success. Overview In this episode of the “Agile Mentors,” Brian Milner sits down with Janet Gregory and Lisa Crispin, founders of Agile Testing Fellowship, to discuss integrating testing into Agile teams.…

…the team on new practices, such as test-driven development or continuous integration. And the Scrum Master of a new team will spend time helping the new product owner learn how to do that job. It can take a lot of work to do this. But, it does get easier. The…

The agile process is now accepted as valid alternatives to traditional software development processes. Most people who adopt agile do so to realize the benefits of faster delivery, higher quality, products that more closely match user needs, and so on. Not everyone is so enamored of agile. Some teams and…

…rapidly changing information. In agile projects, writing typically works best as a way to prompt a conversation or document one. (That’s why user stories start as placeholders for conversations, not comprehensive requirements.) To show just how unreliable words can be, I’d like to share two stories—one about the ambiguity inherent…

Is Agile still relevant in today’s fast-paced world? Brian and Joshua Kerievsky reveal the four game-changing principles of Modern Agile that prioritize safety, empowerment, and continuous value delivery. Overview In this episode, Brian Milner sits down with Joshua Kerievsky, a pioneer in the Agile community and the creator of Modern…