The Professional Scrum Master Guide

Go from absolute beginner to passing your exam the first time with this comprehensive guide. Filled with real-world illustrations, this book has been revised to align with the most recent Scrum standards, empowering you to become a Scrum Expert!
A new, expanded second edition is now available, featuring the latest Scrum insights and enhanced exam preparation resources.

Key Features

Go from absolute beginner to exam-ready with detailed explorations of Scrum use-cases
Understand the different applications of agile concepts, and how to best apply them to your business
Discover expert tips and work with real-world examples to pass the certification exam the first time

Book DescriptionThis book demonstrates the real-world applications of Scrum in a variety of scenarios, all with practical examples. You'll understand why the structure of your Scrum team matters, and how to create and manage sprint and product backlogs. Each chapter concludes with relevance to the exam, reinforcing what you've learned as you work through the book and making sure you have an edge when it comes to earning your certificate.
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Get to grips with Agile development and Scrum from the ground up
Understand the roles and responsibilities within the Scrum team
Discover how to conduct Scrum events and create Scrum artifacts
Explore real-world scenarios and use cases for Scrum in action
Develop an in-depth understanding of how to run a successful sprint to deliver results quickly
Be fully prepared and able to pass your exam the first time

Who this book is forAssuming no prior knowledge of Scrum, this book is for professionals who want to build a strong foundation in Scrum practices with the intention of passing the certification exam. If you're a product owner or project manager looking to stay relevant in an agile world, this book is essential to helping you become a Scrum expert.