Our aim in this workshop is to provide information on Agile from a beginners perspective. We are also aware that given the widespread rise of Agile, there are many misconceptions about what this actually is. And another concern [particularly as managers from more than 10 organizations are attending the workshop] is how does managerial role changes in Agile. Keeping in mind the above, the program design hence is below:

• 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM : Registration
• 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM : Introduction
• 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM : Keynote Workshop Session - Part I
• 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM : Tea Break
• 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM : Keynote Workshop Session - Part II
• 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM : Lunch
• 02:15 PM - 03:30 PM : “Common Myths about Agile : A Reality Check”
• 03:30 PM - 03:45 PM : Tea Break
• 03:45 PM - 05:00 PM : “Manager 2.0 : Managerial Role and Competence in Agile Organizations”
• 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM : Fish Bowl Discussion and Closure

Our aim is to conduct the event by the clock [organizers clock :-)] and we will ensure we start “dot” at 10:00 AM and end at 6:30 PM. Our presenters will ensure their sessions are also conducted by the clock and all tea/ lunch breaks would be time boxed [in true Agile fashion] as well. There might be some minor changes in the above schedule but start and end times would be as above.

We are currently working on two venues and will update you on the venue by May 14, 2008.

In case you can not make it for the event, please do let us know by May 14, 2008 - so that we can accommodate people from our waiting list.

You can always get in touch with us for any questions. We also request you to subscribe to agileindia@yahoogroups.com and agilechd@yahoogroups.com and help form the Agile Community in the region and India.

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Posted on May 7th, 2008 by admin
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Introductory Workshop on Agile will be hosted by Agile Chandigarh, under the aegis of Agile Software Community of India and Net Solutions on the 17th May 2008.

Agile is among the most discussed topic in the software development community these days. The traditional ways of developing software are far removed from the way businesses operate. Industry and technology move too fast, requirements change every day, competition does new things all the time, it is age of perpetual beta’s and customer’s customers can’t wait to get hands on the software. In addition, the customers are increasingly demanding unpredictable and new product features. In addition to this, India is now experiencing the third wave of outsourcing - where innovation and value delivery is the key. As a result, several industry practitioners have come up with a set of values, practices and methods broadly classified as Agile. Some of the most popular Agile frameworks are Scrum, XP and Crystal Clear. However, the rise of Agile, has also given rise to many misconceptions and wrong interpretation of Agile values and practices. The purpose of this workshop is to introduce Agile concepts from noted Industry Thought Leaders.

• Senior Management/ Business Managers - Decision makers who want their organizations to adopt practices that value human endeavor and align their organizations as customers value creation partners
• Project Managers and Program Managers - Interested in the discussion of Agile and how their role undergoes a change in Agile
• Team Leads/ Business Analysts - Responsible for customer facing roles in the organization
• Educators - Looking to teach and learn more about Agile Methods

Organized by -

• This workshop is being organized by the Agile Software Community of India (ASCI) and Net Solutions.

Features -

• Talks by Agile practitioners [including a half-day introductory session from Naresh Jain]
• Informal group discussions on topics of interest to a particular group

Program and Venue Schedule -

• There are a total of 25 seats available.
• There is no registration fee.
• The workshop would be a day long event.
• The venue details and detailed program scheduled is Coming Soon!

Contact -

• Contact us at emo@agilecollab.com for further details!!!

Also, stay posted for more details.

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Posted on April 23rd, 2008 by admin
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