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Scrum For Dummies

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Scrum For Dummies by Mark C. Layton, Steven J. Ostermiller, and Dean J. Kynaston is an accessible guide to understanding and implementing Scrum, a popular agile framework used in project management. The book breaks down complex concepts with practical insights, offering step-by-step instructions for adopting Scrum in various business settings. It's perfect for those new to agile methodologies seeking to improve productivity and collaboration in their projects.
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If you're eager to boost your business's efficiency and embrace agile project management, this book offers practical guidance to master techniques and improve team collaboration. Perfect for both beginners and those looking to refine their current processes, the authors provide insights that are easy to implement in various business settings.

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Learn how scrum can help in every part of your life

Scrum—an organising approach that exposes work progress and quality—is used extensively in software development, but it’s not just for coders. Scrum For Dummies shows you how scrum can improve performance regardless of your industry or project. You can even use scrum to achieve tangible results in your personal projects—prepare for retirement, organise travel, and much more.

Plan goals, releases, and sprints for all aspects of business and life. With Dummies, you’ll learn how to incorporate flexibility and collaboration into anything you’re doing. This book is packed with helpful information to empower you to set up your first scrum project, organise the scrum team, integrate scrum into your agile project management strategy, and generally make things work better.

  • Learn the ins and outs of scrum—updated for the 2020 scrum guide
  • Discover how scrum can help you manage projects in any industry and even in your personal life
  • Organise your scrum team and set up your first project
  • Integrate scrum into your agile project management strategy

This updated edition of Scrum For Dummies is written to make scrum useful for everyone—especially you.

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Scrum For Dummies by Mark C. Layton, Steven J. Ostermiller, and Dean J. Kynaston is praised for its clear explanations and practical guidance on implementing Scrum methodologies, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Readers appreciate the step-by-step approach and real-world examples that help in understanding and applying Scrum principles effectively. Some reviews highlight the book's engaging writing style and comprehensive content, offering valuable insights for business and entrepreneurship contexts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119904663

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 November 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 522g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Mark C. Layton is an entrepreneur and certification instructor with 25 years of experience in organizational design.

Steven J Ostermiller is a community builder, certified trainer and mentor helping organizations and people become more agile.

Dean J. Kynaston is a coach, Certified Scrum Professional, and organizational agile transformation leader.

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