Introduction:

This training program provides an in-depth understanding of Agile software development practices using Ruby on Rails, enabling participants to deliver high-quality, scalable applications efficiently. It empowers them to integrate Agile methodologies with Ruby on Rails to enhance project delivery and collaboration.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles of Agile software development.
Apply Agile practices to Ruby on Rails projects.
Implement continuous integration and deployment using Rails.
Collaborate effectively using Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban.
Deliver scalable and maintainable software using Rails and Agile.

Target Audience:

Web Developers.
Software Engineers.
Agile Project Managers.
Full-Stack Developers.
IT Professionals involved in Agile development.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Introduction to Agile Development and Ruby on Rails:

Overview of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
Core principles of Agile and iterative development.
Introduction to Ruby on Rails and its role in Agile development.
Setting up a Ruby on Rails environment for Agile teams.
Integrating Agile values with Ruby on Rails projects.

Unit 2:

Agile Frameworks and Collaboration:

Scrum framework: roles, ceremonies, and artifacts.
Kanban board for workflow management in Rails projects.
User stories, sprints, and backlog management.
Tools for Agile collaboration in Ruby on Rails teams.
Ensuring effective communication and continuous feedback.

Unit 3:

Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) in Rails:

Introduction to CI/CD pipelines in Ruby on Rails projects.
Automating tests, builds, and deployments using Rails.
Tools for CI/CD: Git, Jenkins, CircleCI, and Heroku.
Ensuring rapid deployment and continuous delivery.
Best practices for maintaining code quality in Agile projects.

Unit 4:

Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) with Rails:

Principles of TDD and BDD in Agile software development.
Writing unit tests and integration tests in Ruby on Rails.
Using RSpec and Capybara for test automation.
Refactoring code based on test outcomes.
Ensuring code reliability and stability with automated tests.

Unit 5:

Agile Project Delivery and Performance Optimization:

Delivering projects in short, iterative cycles using Agile.
Performance optimization techniques for Rails applications.
Handling scalability and ensuring maintainability in Agile projects.
Monitoring and improving Rails application performance.

Agile Software Development Using Ruby on Rails