Requirements

• Basic Knowledge of Agile Practices
• Experience in a Professional Environment
• Understanding of Lean Principles
• Familiarity with Project Management Concepts
• Willingness to Engage in Active Learning
• Desire to Pursue SAFe Agilist Certification

Description

The SAFe Agilist (SA) practice test is designed for professionals preparing for the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification exam. This comprehensive practice test will help individuals understand the core principles, roles, and responsibilities that make up SAFe, a framework for scaling Agile across enterprises. Whether you’re a leader, coach, or anyone looking to guide your organization through an Agile transformation, this course is tailored to help you build expertise in implementing Lean-Agile practices at scale.

This practice test offers an in-depth review of SAFe’s key concepts, including its principles, core values, and the strategic execution of Lean-Agile transformations. You will gain a deep understanding of the roles within SAFe, including Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Release Train Engineers, and the vital responsibilities of the SAFe Agilist. Through simulated exam questions, you'll explore how to successfully implement SAFe across various levels of an organization, leading teams toward high performance while aligning them with business goals.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Introduction to SAFe:

   • Explore the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) from its origins to its current evolution.

   • Understand the need for scaling Agile across enterprises and the role SAFe plays in addressing the complexities of large-scale systems.

   • Learn about SAFe's core values and Lean-Agile mindset that support teams in achieving business agility and responsiveness.

2. SAFe Principles and Core Values:

   • Dive deep into the foundational principles of SAFe, such as embracing a Lean-Agile mindset, decentralizing decision-making, and applying systems thinking.

   • Understand how SAFe’s values—alignment, transparency, respect, and collaboration—affect organizational change and team collaboration.

3. Roles and Responsibilities:

   • Gain insights into the various roles within SAFe, including the SAFe Agilist, Scrum Master, Product Owner, Release Train Engineer (RTE), and others.

   • Learn the responsibilities of each role and how they contribute to creating high-performing teams and successful Agile Release Trains (ARTs).

4. Implementing SAFe:

   • Understand how to plan and implement SAFe within an organization, from creating the vision to executing the transformation roadmap.

   • Learn about the essential steps of the SAFe implementation process and best practices for creating organizational buy-in and driving sustainable change.

5. Program Increment (PI) Planning:

   • Study the critical role of PI Planning in SAFe, a cadence-based event that brings together all ART stakeholders to align on objectives, backlog items, and expectations.

   • Understand how to structure and facilitate a successful PI Planning event, as well as how to measure progress and align teams towards common goals.

6. Team and Technical Agility:

   • Learn about building high-performing teams that work together to deliver value continuously.

   • Dive into technical practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), and DevOps to ensure that teams maintain high standards of technical excellence and fast delivery.

7. Value Stream Mapping and Optimization:

   • Understand the importance of value streams in SAFe and how to map them to visualize flow and optimize processes.

   • Learn techniques for improving the efficiency of value streams and removing bottlenecks to improve overall business outcomes.

8. Lean Portfolio Management:

   • Explore Lean portfolio management practices that align an organization’s strategy with execution.

   • Learn how to manage funding, track initiatives, and make data-driven decisions to ensure the portfolio delivers the highest value.

9. Business Agility and Continuous Improvement:

   • Develop an understanding of how business agility can be achieved by fostering a culture of continuous improvement across teams, leadership, and the broader organization.

   • Explore techniques to identify inefficiencies and remove waste, enabling faster response to market demands and customer needs.

10. Coaching for SAFe Transformation:

    • Learn the leadership behaviors required to foster an Agile mindset at all levels of the organization.

    • Gain insights into how to coach teams and leaders in building self-organizing, high-performing teams that thrive in a Lean-Agile environment.

11. DevOps and Continuous Delivery Pipeline:

    • Understand how SAFe integrates DevOps and Continuous Delivery to ensure that software is continuously delivered and that value is rapidly brought to the customer.

    • Learn about tools, practices, and collaboration methods to support a seamless delivery pipeline.

12. Security and Compliance Management with SAFe:

    • Discover how SAFe integrates with compliance and security protocols, ensuring that security is not compromised while enabling faster delivery of value.

13. Leadership in Lean-Agile Transformation:

    • Gain insights into how leaders can drive Agile transformation at scale by aligning business goals, motivating teams, and continuously supporting the journey of change.

14. Metrics, Reporting, and Continuous Monitoring:

    • Understand the importance of using key metrics to track the success of Agile transformation efforts.

    • Learn how to use reports and dashboards to measure progress and improve decision-making within teams and at the enterprise level.

Exam Preparation:

The practice test provides a series of carefully crafted questions designed to mirror the format and difficulty level of the official SAFe Agilist certification exam. By completing this practice test, you'll strengthen your understanding of the SAFe framework, prepare for common exam challenges, and become confident in applying Lean-Agile principles to large-scale environments.

Why Take This Course?

This practice test is a crucial step in preparing for the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification exam. It offers a simulated exam environment with detailed feedback and explanations to ensure you understand the concepts thoroughly. Whether you’re an experienced Agile practitioner or new to SAFe, this course will help you build the knowledge and skills needed to lead successful Agile transformations in your organization.

Who this course is for:

• Aspiring SAFe Agilists
• Agile Coaches
• Scrum Masters and Product Owners
• Release Train Engineers (RTEs)
• Senior Leaders and Executives
• Project Managers and Program Managers
• Change Agents and Transformation Leaders
• Agile Team Members
• Consultants and Trainers
• Anyone Interested in Learning About SAFe