SAFe® Agile Software Engineering

The discipline of software engineering has evolved over the past decades with the introduction of Lean-Agile and DevOps principles and practices. New skills and approaches help organizations deliver software-centric solutions faster, more predictably, and with higher quality. During this three-day, workshop-oriented course, attendees learn the foundational principles and practices that make up the Agile Software Engineering discipline.

Attendees will learn how continuous flow of value delivery and building quality in are enabled by modern practices including XP technical practices, Behavioral-Driven Development (BDD), and Test-Driven Development (TDD). Attendees will learn proven practices to detail, model, design, implement, verify, and validate stories in a SAFe Continuous Delivery Pipeline. They will know the practices that build quality into code (abstraction, encapsulation, intentional programming) and designs (SOLID, Design patterns). Attendees will also understand how Software Engineering fits into the larger solution context and their role in collaborating on intentional architecture and DevOps.

Course Outline
To perform the role of a SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer attendees should be able to:

• Define Agile Software Engineering and the underlying values, principles, and practices
• Apply the Test-First principle to create alignment between tests and requirements
• Create shared understanding with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
• Communicate with Agile modeling
• Design from context for testability
• Build applications with code and design quality
• Utilize the test infrastructure for automated testing
• Collaborate on intentional architecture and emergent design
• Apply Lean-Agile Principles to optimize the flow of value
• Create an Agile Software Engineering plan

The class registration includes:

• Student Workbook
• Preparation and eligibility to take the exam
• One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
• Certification of completion
• Certified SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer certification upon passing of exam
• One Certification exam attempt (re-takes at an additional fee)

Attendees who pass the certification exam will receive:

• SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer certificate
• A SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer, which includes access to the ASE Community of Practice
• Access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals during their SAFe journey

Recommended Prerequisites

All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, meeting the following prerequisites will make the training more productive.

• Understanding of SAFe for Teams
• Background in engineering, development, managing development, or quality assurance

Course and Certification Benefits

Completing the EA Principals SAFe® Agile Software Engineering training course prepares you to undertake the SAFe® Agile Software Engineering certification exam. Upon successful completion of this exam you will receive your SAFe® Agile Software Engineeringcertificate. When you complete this course, you are also entitled to receive a Certification of Completion upon request.

The benefits of becoming a SAFe® Agile Software Engineering certified Professional include:

• Amplify your employment and career opportunities
• Enhance your professional brand with a globally trusted certification
• Validate your knowledge and skill set
• Increase your worth to your organization

Exam information:

• Exam name: SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineer Exam
• Exam format: Multiple choice; Multiple select
• Exam delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed
• Exam access: Candidates can access the exam within the SAFe Community Platform upon completion of the SAFe® 4 Agile Software Engineering course
• Exam duration: Once the exam begins, candidates have 120 minutes (2.0 hours) to complete the exam
• Number of questions – 60
• Passing score – 42 out of 60 (70%)
• Language – English
• Exam cost – First exam attempt is included as part of the course registration fee if the exam is taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake attempt costs $50.
• Retake policy – Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait. Contact [email protected] for any retake questions.