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Software Development: Greeenfield vs. Brownfield - DONN FELKER. Jargon, slang, blah blah blah… So what’s the difference between the two?

Software Development: Greeenfield vs. Brownfield - DONN FELKER

Its quite simple actually, so lets dive right into it. Greenfield Development Greenfield Development happens when you start a brand new project, as in, clean slate development. No legacy code lying around, no old development to maintain. You’re starting afresh, from scratch, from a blank slate, with no restrictions on what you’re doing (other than business rules of course). The definition from the Wikipedia Entry states: "In software engineering jargon, a greenfield is a project which lacks any constraints imposed by prior work.

" It’s also described as "File –> New Project/Solution". In my experience, a true Greenfield projects is quite rare in line of business applications. Examples of Greenfield Development. Functional Requirements vs Non Functional Requirements: Key Differences. Details Last Updated: 26 April 2019 What is a Functional Requirement?

Functional Requirements vs Non Functional Requirements: Key Differences

In software engineering, a functional requirement defines a system or its component. It describes the functions a software must perform. Professionalism Matters. The Top 5 Technical Skills Every Product Manager Should Know. “You are kind of the mini-CEO – with all of the responsibility…but without any of the authority.”

The Top 5 Technical Skills Every Product Manager Should Know

-Josh Elman – Partner at Greylock, former Product Manager at Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn Any “soft” skills or “hard” skills you need as a Product Manager all boil down to one core skill: Empathy. I worked for 4 months with a fellow Product Manager before ever realizing he used to be a developer. He never mentioned anything technical, at all! What he did do was build by far the best relationships of trust with engineers that I have seen. “Software is a team sport” I have been the least technical person on a very technical team and the most technical person on a fairly non-technical team. Project Management Guide - Basics of Project Planning. Project management has been quite enriching career for many project management experts.

Project Management Guide - Basics of Project Planning

And interestingly, many of them believe they became project manager by accident. But today, quite a few under-graduates, post graduate and industry professionals are making the choice consciously to become a project manager or project management professionals. So, what does it take to be the project manager: someone will think in in terms of passion-calling, salary, academic background or career progression or someone even think about project management software. The Secret to Stakeholder Management. By Mario Trentim According to Le Chatelier’s Principle, any change in the status quo prompts an opposing reaction in the responding system.

The Secret to Stakeholder Management

Although Henry Louis Le Chatelier was a chemist, his principle applies to project management, right? No project occurs in isolation: Each inevitably disturbs the environment because it stems from the organization’s structure, politics and strategic objectives. So, it’s no wonder that some projects can’t succeed despite a project manager’s best efforts. To make things happen, you need a support coalition of powerful and/or influential stakeholders. Top 50 Project Management Terms You Need to Know [Infographic] - Apex Global. Just like any other discipline, project management has its own jargons and terminologies that you need to know.

Top 50 Project Management Terms You Need to Know [Infographic] - Apex Global

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Enroll by choosing a date below OR call (646) 489-5055 to register by phone. Undecided? Our money back guarantee will put you at ease: If you don't pass on the first try, the second try is on us! Jan 5 - Feb 11 Evening Class M, W 6 PM - 9:30 PM Financial District (NYC) $1,495 with iPad Mini $995 without iPad COMPLETED Jan 29 - Feb 1 Boot CampTh, F, S, Su 9 AM - 6 PM Financial District (NYC) $1,495 with iPad Mini $995 without iPad SOLD OUT! Feb 23 - Mar 25 Evening Class M, W 6 PM - 9:30 PM Financial District (NYC) $1,495 with iPad Mini $995 without iPad SOLD OUT! Programs. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Prep. Take your career to the next level and earn this coveted PMP® credential!

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Prep

The PMP® is one of the most valuable credentials instantly recognized around the world, it shows that you have passed a challenging exam, in addition to having experience in the field. With the letters PMP® after your name, you will see how your resume is noticed, and how well paid job opportunities become available to you. In this course, you will be prepared to successfully pass the rigorous Project Management Professional exam sponsored by the Project Management Institute. This course will cover the 5 process groups, 10 knowledge areas, and 47 processes.

Students will be provided with comprehensive guidebooks and access to an online portal containing significant test prep content. Click here to see the Spring 2016 schedule. Program Topics Choose Your Learning Style. Technical Institute of America. Successful Strategies International, Inc. To succeed in business today, project managers need professional recognition for their experience, ability and skills.

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SSI recognizes the need for project managers to achieve PMP® Certification and understands how valuable your time is. We’ve created PMP® Preparation that fits your lifestyle; offering our course from 1 day in length up to 6 days depending on your schedule and budget. You’ll get the same great preparation training, no matter what time frame you choose, with proven methods designed to help you pass the exam on the first try. These courses are fully aligned with PMI’s "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge" (PMBOK® Guide). Online Mentoring and Review Session SSI also offers online assistance for questions you may have prior to taking the exam.

From the real world! "What I learned in your classes was very valuable to me during my exam" "Thanks for the great learning experience and lessons that were critically instrumental in my passing the test! " Comprehensive Project Management Workshop. Seminar #6595 Learning Objectives. Programs.