Course Information
Registration period
Year-round Recruitment
Course Level
Study Mode
Duration
2 Hour(s) 9 Minute(s)
Language
English
Taught by
Kareem Ullah
Rating
Course Overview
Agile Leadership Unlocked: Step-by-Step Guide for Release Train Engineer, Lead Agile Teams to Achieve Goals and Success.
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IMPORTANT before enrolling:
This course is not intended to replace studying any official vendor material for certification exams, is not endorsed by the certification vendor, and you will not be getting the official certification study material or a voucher as a part of this course.
Mastering the Role of Release Train Engineer (RTE) in SAFe®
A SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a key leadership role in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®), responsible for ensuring the successful operation of an Agile Release Train (ART)—a group of Agile teams working together to deliver value in alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives. The RTE acts as a servant leader and coach, facilitating communication, collaboration, and alignment across teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth program execution.
This comprehensive course is designed to empower Release Train Engineers (RTEs) with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to effectively lead and manage Agile Release Trains (ARTs) in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) environment. As a pivotal role in enterprise agility, the RTE ensures alignment, collaboration, and execution across large, complex teams. This course provides a deep dive into the responsibilities of an RTE, the foundational principles of Lean-Agile, and the practical applications of SAFe® to drive organizational success.
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and its influence on fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Through the exploration of SAFe®'s core values and principles, learners will discover how these elements serve as the backbone for implementing and sustaining Agile practices in large-scale enterprises.
A critical focus is placed on organizing and managing Agile Release Trains (ARTs). The course offers insights into the structure and lifecycle of ARTs, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of key participants such as Product Managers, System Architects, and Scrum Masters. Participants will learn how to launch, operate, and optimize ARTs for ongoing success.
The course also provides a detailed exploration of Program Increment (PI) Planning, the cornerstone of SAFe®. Participants will learn how to prepare for, facilitate, and follow up on PI planning events to ensure alignment, clarity, and commitment from all teams involved. Techniques for setting clear objectives, planning business value, and fostering effective communication during these events are also covered.
Learners will be equipped with strategies to track and manage progress throughout a Program Increment, including tools for monitoring key metrics and facilitating ART syncs. The importance of Inspect and Adapt workshops as a means of continuous improvement is emphasized, providing RTEs with the ability to identify opportunities for growth and address challenges effectively.
The course concludes with advanced topics in RTE leadership, exploring techniques for building trust, managing conflicts, and aligning teams with enterprise strategies. Participants will gain insights into supporting Agile transformations and sustaining a culture of learning and innovation within their organizations.
By the end of this course, participants will have the confidence and expertise to excel in their role as RTEs, driving successful Agile transformations and delivering value at scale in a SAFe® environment.
Thank you
Course Content
- 8 section(s)
- 23 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Introduction to the SAFe Framework
- Section 2 The Foundations of Agile and Lean Principles
- Section 3 Organizing the Agile Release Train (ART)
- Section 4 Preparing for Program Increment (PI) Planning
- Section 5 Conducting a Successful PI Planning Event
- Section 6 Post-PI Planning Execution and Follow-Up
- Section 7 Driving Continuous Improvement
- Section 8 Advanced Topics in RTE Leadership
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding the responsibilities, duties, and leadership aspects of an RTE.
- Learning how the RTE facilitates collaboration, communication, and execution across Agile teams.
- Developing a deep understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and SAFe® principles.
- Learning how to structure and manage ARTs to deliver value continuously.
- Preparing for and facilitating successful PI planning events.
- Setting objectives, aligning teams, and ensuring clear communication during PI planning.
- Conducting Inspect and Adapt workshops to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Building trust, managing conflicts, and fostering alignment with strategic objectives.
- Coaching ARTs for high performance and supporting Agile transformations.
- Leading retrospectives and fostering a culture of learning and adaptability.
- Managing risks and solving problems to ensure consistent delivery of value.
- and much more
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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RRobert Nicholson
The content was good. The instructor was hard to understand at times, and he spoke very fast throughout the entire course.
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HHarlan Riggs
The Master SAFe 6.0 Release Train Engineer (SAFe RTE) Essentials course is incredibly well-structured and engaging. The instructor explains complex SAFe concepts clearly, with practical examples that make it easy to connect theory to real-world Agile environments.
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RRadosław Hucał
Sounds like the lector is reading a text which makes it boring. Additionally he tries to beat Guinness record in reading on one breath :)
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AAlbertse Bastian
I recently completed the Master SAFe 6.0 Release Train Engineer (SAFe RTE) Essentials course on Udemy, and I must say, it was an excellent learning experience. The course offers a deep dive into the SAFe framework, with a particular focus on the responsibilities and best practices for a Release Train Engineer (RTE). Whether you're new to SAFe or already have some experience, this course provides valuable insights that can help you improve your knowledge and skills in leading Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
