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Scrum master certification: Top 13 certs for agile pros

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While Scrum can be a specific IT or tech skill, some organizations will hire a Scrum master , someone who is responsible for overseeing Scrum principles in the workplace, establishing Scrum practices, and helping others learn and understand the Scrum framework.

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CSM certification: Costs, requirements, and all you need to know

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The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification , available through the Scrum Alliance , is an entry-level certification aimed at providing professionals with an awareness of the methodologies and values of Scrum, including team performance, accountability, and iterative progress. It’s also about being part of a community.

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NCWIT digitally transforms the DEI journey to help uplift women in IT

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Addressing IT’s equity issue One key change effort at NCWIT is the work undertaken by its Workforce Alliance. NCWIT’s Workforce Alliance is for professionals and organizations who want to learn more about retaining employees, inclusive leadership, and creating systemic organizational change.

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What is a Scrum master? A key role for project success

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Scrum master certifications Two well-recognized organizations, Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org , offer Scrum training and certifications. Scrum Alliance, established in 2001, is one of the more influential organizations in the agile community. Identify lessons learned. Manage all stakeholders and their expectations.

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Opening more opportunities for VMware Cloud Service Providers

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I encourage all of our partners to visit the VCSP section of the Broadcom Partner Portal to learn more about these important changes and their associated requirements. Our VCSP partners will help customers achieve maximum value for VMware Cloud Foundation in less time while accelerating customers’ transition to the cloud.

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3 commandments that should drive every API strategy

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Much of what has been learned is catalogued by the MACH Alliance, a global consortium of nearly 100 technology vendors that promotes “open and best-in-breed enterprise technology ecosystems,” with an emphasis on microservices and APIs.

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What’s holding CTOs back?

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The ability to leverage your influence, build alliances, and establish trust cross-functionally can help avoid political drama and foster collaboration.” You have to do more alignment across teams that don’t report directly to you,” he says, which is where developing influence skills and learning to lead without authority come in.