What is Agile Methodology? PM's Roundtable: Agile Manifesto, Scrum and Kanban

Unlock the full potential of Agile methodologies in this interactive Atlassian Community roundtable. Aimed at both newcomers and experienced practitioners, this event provides a thorough exploration of the Agile Manifesto, Scrum, and Kanban. Through expert-led discussions, hands-on activities, and peer interaction, participants will gain a solid understanding of how Agile can transform project management and enhance team performance.
This Atlassian Community event is the perfect opportunity to deepen your Agile knowledge and connect with like-minded professionals. Whether you're looking to implement Agile for the first time or aiming to refine your existing practices, this roundtable will provide the resources, expertise, and community support you need. Join us to advance your Agile journey!

Key Objectives:

To provide a comprehensive understanding of the Agile Manifesto and its application in modern project environments.
To explore the frameworks of Scrum and Kanban, highlighting their roles, processes, and benefits.
To engage participants in practical activities that demonstrate the Agile principles in action.
To foster a community of Agile practitioners who can share insights and support each other’s growth.

Key Outcomes:

Participants will leave with a clear understanding of the Agile Manifesto and how its principles can be applied to their work.
Attendees will gain practical experience with Scrum and Kanban, enabling them to implement or improve these methodologies in their teams.
Creation of a network of Agile practitioners who can continue to learn from and support each other after the event.

Target Audience:

Project managers
Software developers
Product managers
Team leaders
Business analysts
IT and software development team members
Anyone interested in implementing Agile methodologies or enhancing their current Agile practices.

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Agenda

5:00 PM: Welcome, Introduction and Ice Breakers

-Introduction to the event, objectives, and schedule.
-Icebreaker Activity: "Agile True or False" - A fun quiz to debunk common myths
about Agile and set the stage for learning.

5:15 PM: Introduction to Agile Methodologies: Bringing Agile Fundamentals into Life

-An in-depth look at the Agile Manifesto, its four key values, and twelve principles.
-Interactive Discussion: How the Agile values align with modern project
management challenges.

5:45 PM: Exploring Scrum

-Detailed hands-on practice on Scrum roles, ceremonies, and artifacts.
-Workshop: Participants simulate a Scrum Sprint to understand the dynamics of
Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.

6:15 PM: Kanban Essentials

-Presentation on Kanban principles, including visualization of work, limiting work
in progress, managing flow, making process policies explicit, and improving
collaboratively.
-Activity: Building a Kanban board - Attendees will create their own Kanban board
to visualize and manage workflow.

6:45 PM: Roundtable Discussion and Q&A

-Open discussion facilitated by Agile experts.
-Participants can ask questions, share experiences, and discuss the application of -Agile practices in different environments.

7:15 PM: Networking

Networking

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Moderator

Michael Kimathi - Impact Masters & Africa's Talking (Consulting Entrepreneur & Head of Developer Community)

He connects people to solutions that empower them to realize their highest potential and as a result, this has produced professionals and scalable businesses. In his free time, you will find him leading the developer community. His name is Michael Kimathi and this is his life purpose. Entrepreneur in Music and Technology. Driven by the purpose and love of people. Experienced Leader, Founder, a…

Hosted By

Michael Kimathi, Atlassian Community Leader

Computer Scientist| Entrepreneur| Pro DJ (Consulting Entrepreneur in Technology and Entertainment). Developer Community Expert.

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