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Agile Architecture

Build the future of software with scalable, high-quality solutions.

  • Master the role of an Agile Architect, including essential skills and responsibilities.
  • Explore key domains such as data, security, performance, and resilience architecture.
  • Balance architectural design with business value to ensure impactful solutions.
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Course Description

In today’s fast-paced world of Agile software development, creating scalable, adaptable, and secure systems is essential. The Agile Architecture course bridges the gap between traditional architectural planning and Agile practices, teaching you how to integrate architecture into Agile workflows. In just two days, you'll learn to balance flexibility, scalability, and resilience while maintaining architectural integrity.

This course covers Agile Architecture principles, the evolving role of the Agile Architect, and how to design systems that adapt to change. You’ll dive into data architecture, security architecture, performance optimization, and resilience engineering, gaining practical skills through case studies and hands-on workshops.

Benefits of Agile Architecture

  • Enhanced Flexibility: Adapts quickly to changing requirements.
  • Improved Scalability: Supports growth and long-term sustainability.
  • Faster Time-to-Market: Delivers functional systems more quickly.
  • Better Collaboration: Strengthens communication between teams.
  • Increased Resilience: Ensures system reliability and availability.
  • Lower Technical Debt: Reduces future maintenance costs.
  • Optimized Performance: Enhances system efficiency and responsiveness.
  • Security by Design: Integrates security early in the process.
  • Continuous Improvement: Encourages ongoing refinement.
  • Business Value Alignment: Balances technical and business goals.

Gain the expertise to build high-performing, scalable, and secure systems and drive successful Agile transformations within your organization.

Key Features

What you will learn:
Expert-Led Training
Hands-On Architectural Guidance
Real-World Case Studies
Interactive Learning Experience
Comprehensive Study Resources
Access to Gladwell Academy learning resources

Learning Goals

During this two-day course, you will learn to:

Checkmark icon Understand the principles of Agile Architecture and its role in Agile delivery
Checkmark icon Master the role and responsibilities of an Agile Architect
Checkmark icon Balance architectural decisions with business value and delivery speed
Checkmark icon Explore key architecture domains including data, security, performance, and resilience
Checkmark icon Apply Agile practices such as emergent design and intentional architecture
Checkmark icon Foster cross-functional collaboration across teams and stakeholders

Program

Two-day immersive program combining theory, discussion, and practical application

Day 01 Agenda:
Introduction to Agile Architecture
The Agile Architect
Agile Architecture Principles
Architecture in Agile World
Case Study Introduction
Agile Architecture Practices
Day 02 Agenda:
Data Architecture
Security Architecture
Performance Architecture
Resilience Architecture
Architecting for Emerging Technologies

Key Architecture Topics Covered

  • Role of Architecture in a Lean-Agile Enterprise
  • Designing for DevOps, Continuous Delivery & Release on Demand
  • Supporting Solution Intent and Solution Context
  • Architecting for Flow: Value Streams & ART Alignment
  • Establishing the Architectural Runway
  • Intentional Architecture vs. Emergent Architecture
  • Leading and Facilitating Architectural Collaboration
  • Supporting System & Solution Demos
  • Measuring Architectural Outcomes

Prerequisites and Eligibility

  • Recommended Prerequisites:
  • Working knowledge of Agile principles
  • Experience with software development, architecture, or technical leadership
  • Prior exposure to SAFe® concepts (SAFe Agilist / SAFe Practitioner recommended but not mandatory)

Who Should Attend:
  • System Architects
  • Solution Architects
  • Enterprise Architects
  • Technical Leads & Dev Leads
  • Product Owners / Managers involved in architecture
  • Anyone responsible for architecting solutions in a Lean-Agile environment

Exam Details

This program does not include a formal certification exam.

Agile Architecture is a practitioner-focused learning program designed to build real-world architectural skills through discussions, case studies, and hands-on exercises.

Participants receive a course completion certificate from Gladwell Academy upon successful participation.

Schedules for Agile Architecture

No upcoming schedules are available at the moment. Please check back later or contact us for more information.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for professionals involved in software architecture, Agile development, and system design, including:

  • Enterprise, Solution, and System Architects
  • Agile Architects and Software Architects
  • Product Managers, Product Owners, Business Owners, and Business Analysts
  • Solution, Program and Portfolio Managers, and Process Leads

If you're looking to build scalable, resilient systems while embracing the flexibility of Agile, this course is for you!

Earn a Course Completion Certificate

Gladwell Academy Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the Agile Architecture program, participants receive a Course Completion Certificate from Gladwell Academy.

This certificate validates your understanding of Agile architecture principles, architectural runway, decision-making trade-offs, and key architecture domains such as data, security, performance, and resilience.

The certificate demonstrates your readiness to apply Agile architecture practices in real-world Agile delivery environments.


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Agile Architecture FAQs

Is Agile Architecture a SAFe certification course? arrow
No. This is a Gladwell Academy learning program focused on practical Agile architecture skills.
Will I receive a certificate? arrow
Yes. Participants receive a Gladwell Academy Course Completion Certificate.
Is there an exam? arrow
No. The program emphasizes learning and application rather than an exam.
Who should attend this course? arrow
Architects, technical leads, Agile practitioners, and professionals involved in system and solution design.
Is prior SAFe knowledge required? arrow
No. Basic Agile knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.

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