Week 4: Product Development & Agile Methodology


Agile methodology uses epics, features, and user stories within Scrum to guide iterative development, while problem analysis and solution ideation help identify and address core issues. Defining business requirements translates solutions into technical specifications, and crafting user stories aligns development with user needs and business goals. Together, these practices ensure a user-focused and efficient product development process.
Format

Online
Course

Starting date

Oct 5

Presented by

Mariah
Pelley-Smith

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About the course

Students will master Agile principles, including epics, features, and user stories with acceptance criteria for successful implementation. They will develop skills in problem analysis, solution ideation, and crafting detailed business requirements. The course also covers writing effective user stories to ensure projects meet user needs and achieve successful outcomes.

Agile Methodology



Students will learn agile principles that focus on iterative development, adaptability, and collaboration, enabling teams to deliver value quickly. Key concepts that will be explored include epics, which are large bodies of work, features that break down epics into functional areas, and user stories, which describe specific user needs. Acceptance criteria will demonstrate how the conditions for successful implementation of these stories are defined.

Problem Analysis, Solution Ideation, Business Requirements Definition

In this section, students have the opportunity to gain techniques for problem analysis to identify root causes and generate creative solutions through ideation. They will also gain skills in crafting detailed business requirements, translating these solutions into clear, actionable specifications for technical projects. This knowledge ensures well-structured, effective project development and problem-solving.

Understanding & Crafting User Story Concepts


Students will delve into the art of writing effective user stories, learning to clearly define user needs, goals, and the desired outcomes for development projects. The course will provide detailed guidelines on crafting these stories, along with examples of well-crafted user stories and precise acceptance criteria. This comprehensive approach ensures that projects meet user requirements and drive successful outcomes.
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Mariah Pelley-Smith

Founder | Creative Director at Creative Dam & MIBV

Mariah Pelley-Smith is a dynamic tech innovator and entrepreneur with a decade of experience in transformative business ventures. As the founder of MIBV, Embodied Wealth Academy, and Creative DAM, she expertly integrates technology, creativity, and consciousness to unlock human potential. Since 2020, Mariah has been a strategist and Chief Brand Officer for Conscious Connection and Conscious Business Platform in New York. She has also served as a brand lead and UX consultant for a fintech company based in Halifax and Zimbabwe. Additionally, Mariah is developing an external interface for an AgriTech company based in Halifax. Her latest venture, Creative DAM, is an innovative platform that streamlines workflow between designers and small businesses, blending elements from Loom, Canva, and SmartSuite. 
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