Agile Software Development Training Course Using Azure DevOps

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Course Overview:

This hands-on, practical training course dives into Agile software development principles and how to implement them effectively using Azure DevOps. From sprint planning and backlog refinement to CI/CD pipelines and test automation, participants will learn how to build a fully agile environment using Microsoft's DevOps toolchain. The course guides learners through configuring Azure Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans, and Artifacts — all within a collaborative framework that supports lean software delivery and real-world DevOps practices.

Target Audience:

Agile Developers & Engineers
Scrum Masters and Product Owners
Software Project Managers
DevOps Engineers
Technical Leads

Targeted Organizational Departments:

Software Development
IT Operations
QA & Testing
Project Management Office (PMO)

Targeted Industries:

Technology & Startups
Financial Services
Healthcare & Pharma
E-commerce & Retail
Government & Public Sector

Course Offerings:

Participants will learn to:

Apply Agile principles in Azure DevOps projects
Use Azure Boards to manage epics, features, and user stories
Create efficient Git workflows in Azure Repos
Implement CI/CD with Azure Pipelines
Set up automated testing with Azure Test Plans
Manage build artifacts and packages
Integrate with GitHub, Jira, or external tools

Training Methodology:

Interactive lectures & live demos
Hands-on labs using Azure DevOps Portal
Group sprints & backlog simulations
Scenario-based problem solving
Retrospective & reflection activities

Course Toolbox:

Azure DevOps Project Portal
Azure Repos & Branching Strategy Guide
Sprint Planning & Agile Metrics Templates
CI/CD Pipeline Sample YAML files
Testing Strategy Checklists
Integration Toolkit: GitHub, Slack, Jira plugins

Course Agenda:

Day 1: Foundations of Agile with Azure DevOps

Topic 1: Introduction to Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
Topic 2: Agile Roles and Ceremonies in Software Projects
Topic 3: Overview of Azure DevOps Capabilities
Topic 4: Setting Up a New Agile Project in Azure DevOps
Topic 5: Navigating Azure Boards and Teams Configuration
Topic 6: Planning Sprints and Creating Backlogs
Reflection & Review: Agile foundations and tool familiarization

Day 2: Backlog Management and Collaboration

Topic 1: Recap and Daily Standup Simulation
Topic 2: Writing and Refining User Stories & Acceptance Criteria
Topic 3: Estimating with Story Points and Velocity Tracking
Topic 4: Managing Epics, Features, and Tasks in Azure Boards
Topic 5: Setting Work-In-Progress Limits and Kanban Boards
Topic 6: Connecting Azure Boards with GitHub Issues or Jira
Reflection & Review: From planning to execution alignment

Day 3: Version Control and Azure Repos

Topic 1: Git Essentials and Branching Strategy
Topic 2: Creating and Managing Azure Repos
Topic 3: Pull Requests, Code Reviews, and Branch Policies
Topic 4: Merging, Conflict Resolution, and History Tracking
Topic 5: Integrating Azure Repos with External Git Repositories
Topic 6: Secure Code Practices and Repo Permissions
Reflection & Review: Managing source code the agile way

Day 4: CI/CD Pipelines in Azure DevOps

Topic 1: What is CI/CD and Why It Matters in Agile
Topic 2: Designing Your First Build Pipeline with YAML
Topic 3: Creating Release Pipelines for Multi-Stage Deployments
Topic 4: Deployment to Azure App Services, Containers, and AKS
Topic 5: Pipeline Triggers, Approvals, and Environment Variables
Topic 6: Monitoring, Debugging, and Logging Build Failures
Reflection & Review: Delivering working software continuously

Day 5: Testing, Artifacts, and Agile Metrics

Topic 1: Agile Testing Principles & Test-Driven Development
Topic 2: Implementing Azure Test Plans and Test Suites
Topic 3: Automated Tests Integration into Pipelines
Topic 4: Managing Artifacts and Package Feeds
Topic 5: Agile KPIs: Lead Time, Cycle Time, Deployment Frequency
Topic 6: Retrospectives and Continuous Improvement in Azure
Reflection & Review: Final group presentation + wrap-up quiz

FAQ

What specific qualifications or prerequisites are needed for participants before enrolling in the course?

Participants should have basic knowledge of software development, version control (Git), and Agile principles. Familiarity with Azure or any DevOps platform is a plus but not mandatory.

How long is each day's session, and is there a total number of hours required for the entire course?

Each day's session is generally structured to last around 4-5 hours, with breaks and interactive activities included. The total course duration spans five days, approximately 20-25 hours of instruction.

What is the difference between Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions for Agile teams?

Azure DevOps offers an integrated suite for Agile planning, CI/CD, testing, and artifacts all in one platform. GitHub Actions is focused primarily on automation. Azure DevOps is more suited for enterprise Agile teams needing structured project management.

How This Course is Different from Other Agile DevOps Courses:

Unlike generic Agile or Azure DevOps tutorials, this course is fully use-case driven, offering participants the practical know-how to run Agile projects end-to-end using Microsoft’s cloud-native tools. By incorporating backlog grooming, sprint execution, GitOps, and CI/CD automation into one workflow, participants experience how real Agile teams operate in fast-paced development environments. Hands-on exercises, sprint simulations, YAML pipeline coding, and test plan creation all ensure practical proficiency — not just theory.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center