While scrum and XP were transforming the software development industry, there were another set of ideas (derived from lean manufacturing and Six Sigma) that started to influence software development methods. These ideas around Lean Software Development forms the foundation of number of agile methods.
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Learner Career Outcomes
50%
started a new career after completing these courses
33%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 3 of 4 in the
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Understanding of traditional software development processes helpful, not required. No programming background required.
Approx. 10 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
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University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
Lean Fundamentals
In this module, we will first learn about core lean principles from manufacturing. After that we will learn how you can apply these lean principles in software development. Finally we will learn about Lean Principles of software development in depth. At the end of this module, you will build the foundational knowledge around lean concepts.
2 hours to complete
8 videos (Total 38 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes
8 videos
What do we mean by Lean?3m
Lean for software development5m
Amplify Learning / Create Knowledge6m
Defer Commitments6m
Build Quality In5m
Deliver Fast4m
Optimize the whole3m
4 readings
Course Learning Plan10m
Video: Five Principles of Lean Manufacturing10m
Video: Eliminate Waste10m
Lean Principle: Respect People10m
2 practice exercises
Lean Fundamentals30m
Lean Principles30m
3 hours to complete
Kanban, Value Steam Mapping and Kaizen
In this module we will learn about Kanban and other Lean practices like Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen etc. You will gain the ability to participate effectively in using these tools and practices.
3 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 24 min), 4 readings, 3 quizzes
4 readings
Lean Metrics : Tracking Flow Based Methods like Kanban30m
Video: Intro to Kaizen10m
Video: Kaizen Examples10m
Video: The 5 Whys10m
2 practice exercises
Kanban30m
Kanban, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen30m
2 hours to complete
Lean Startup
In this lesson we will learn techniques like Lean Startup and Design Thinking that can help your team learn about user and market needs much faster.
2 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 30 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz
3 videos
Lean Startup (validated Learning and Build-measure-learn)14m
Innovation Accounting9m
1 reading
A Talk by Eric Ries on Lean Startup1h 10m
1 practice exercise
Lean Startup30m
2 hours to complete
Design Thinking
In this module, we will learn about a technique called "Learn Startup with Design Thinking". These techniques help the team learn about user needs. You will also get an opportunity to apply this technique on a fictional case study. At the end of this module, you will be able to uncover user needs using "Lean Startup with Design Thinking".
2 hours to complete
4 videos (Total 33 min)
4 videos
Lean Startup with Design Thinking4m
Identifying and Classifying Assumptions8m
Prototype and Test8m
1 practice exercise
Design Thinking30m
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM LEAN SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
by SBMay 24, 2020
This is a great course for beginners to understand the concept and apply the basic understanding of the concept. The assignments are great and test your conceptual depth.
by SAug 30, 2020
Amazing learning. I had a question to course instructor regarding Value Stream Mapping that I posted on week -2 forum and would appreciate the response. Thanks.
by VEAug 16, 2020
Concept and explanation is really good. I have understood the Process very easily and grasp the knowledge quickly. It is really awesome course. THANK YOU!!
by MAMar 1, 2020
Course Covers all the important topics in agile and make the learner uses it in a practical case studies and projects.
About the Software Development Lifecycle Specialization
This Specialization is designed for people who are new to software engineering. It's also for those who have already developed software, but wish to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying context and theory of software development practices.
At the end of this Specialization, we expect learners to be able to:
1.) Build high-quality and secure software using SDLC methodologies such as agile, lean, and traditional/waterfall.
2.) Analyze a software development team's SDLC methodology and make recommendations for improvements.
3.) Compare and contrast software development methodologies with respect to environmental, organizational, and product constraints.
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