Advanced Certified Scrum Developer

Instructor-led Scrum Alliance-aligned training in Advanced Certified Scrum Developer. Delivered live online by senior practitioners, with hands-on labs and a final assessment. Includes an Skilvi course-completion certificate.

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32–40 hours Live online (VILT) advanced
Live online (VILT)
Hands-on labs
Assignments & projects
Completion certificate

Overview

The Advanced Certified Scrum Developer (A-CSD) course empowers experienced developers to elevate their technical practices within a Scrum framework. This program focuses on advanced engineering techniques, collaborative development, and continuous delivery to build high-quality, maintainable software in complex environments. Participants will learn to apply sophisticated design patterns, automation, and testing strategies to enhance team productivity and product value.

What you'll learn

  • You will be able to apply advanced engineering practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to improve code quality.
  • You will be able to design and implement robust, scalable software solutions that align with emergent architectural principles.
  • You will be able to integrate continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to automate the software release process.
  • You will be able to effectively collaborate with team members using practices like pair programming and mob programming to foster shared understanding and quality.
  • You will be able to implement advanced testing strategies, including automation and performance testing, to ensure software reliability and performance.
  • You will be able to identify and mitigate technical debt, improving the maintainability and adaptability of existing codebases.
  • You will be able to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging feedback loops to refine development processes and team practices.

Curriculum

6 modules · outline is indicative and can be tailored to your team.

1Foundations of Advanced Scrum Development
  • Review of Scrum principles and developer roles
  • The importance of technical excellence in Agile
  • Understanding the Advanced Certified Scrum Developer path
  • Developer's role in product ownership and stakeholder collaboration
2Advanced Engineering Practices
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD) beyond basics
  • Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for shared understanding
  • Refactoring techniques for clean code
  • Design patterns and principles (SOLID, DRY, YAGNI)
3Continuous Integration and Delivery
  • Setting up robust CI pipelines
  • Automated testing in the CI/CD pipeline
  • Deployment strategies and automation
  • Infrastructure as Code concepts
4Designing for Change and Scalability
  • Emergent design and evolutionary architecture
  • Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles
  • Microservices architecture considerations for developers
  • Designing for testability and maintainability
5Collaboration and Team Dynamics
  • Effective pair programming and mob programming
  • Code reviews and feedback loops
  • Conflict resolution and team communication strategies
  • Building a culture of shared ownership and continuous learning
6Quality Assurance and Advanced Testing
  • Test automation strategies and frameworks
  • Performance testing and optimization
  • Security testing fundamentals for developers
  • Exploratory testing and defect prevention

Prerequisites

Participants should hold a Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) certification or possess equivalent experience working as a developer in a Scrum team.

Who should attend

This course is designed for experienced software developers, engineers, and technical leads who are actively working in Scrum environments and wish to master advanced development practices and elevate their team's technical excellence.

Certification

On completing this course you receive a Skilvi course-completion certificate. Where an official exam exists, an exam voucher can be arranged through authorized channels on request.

Prepares you for the official Scrum Alliance certification exam.

View the official Scrum Alliance certification →

Skilvi is an independent training provider and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, Scrum Alliance. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Frequently asked questions

What is the delivery format for this course?

This is an instructor-led, live-online course, providing an interactive learning experience with our expert trainers.

What is the typical duration of the Advanced Certified Scrum Developer course?

The course is typically delivered over 2-3 full days or an equivalent number of half-day sessions, depending on the schedule.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an Skilvi course-completion certificate.

Are exam vouchers for official certifications included?

Exam vouchers for official certifications, such as the Advanced Certified Scrum Developer (A-CSD) certification from Scrum Alliance, are available through authorized channels on request.

What are the prerequisites for attending this Advanced CSD course?

Attendees are expected to have a Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) certification or demonstrate equivalent practical experience in a Scrum development team.

Who should attend this Advanced Certified Scrum Developer course?

This course is ideal for experienced developers, software engineers, and technical leads who are committed to enhancing their technical skills within an Agile framework and driving higher quality software delivery.

Advanced Certified Scrum Developer

Pricing on request

  • Live online (VILT)
  • 32–40 hours
  • Hands-on labs & assignments
  • Skilvi completion certificate
  • Exam voucher on request