#Scaled Scrum

[wiselearner]

Scrum Master Certification Training – Lead Agile Projects with Confidence

[nanforiberica]

Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™): Your Path to Agile Leadership

In the world of Agile project management, organizations often face challenges when scaling Scrum practices across multiple teams or large projects. The Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™) certification is designed to address these complexities, equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to lead scaled Scrum initiatives successfully. Whether you're an aspiring Scrum Master or a seasoned Agile practitioner, this certification can set you apart in the competitive Agile landscape.

What is the Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™) Certification?

The SSMC™ is an advanced-level certification offered by the Scrum Study organization, focusing on the implementation of Scrum in a scaled environment. Unlike the standard Scrum Master roles that cater to a single team, an SSMC™ plays a pivotal role in coordinating multiple Scrum teams, ensuring smooth collaboration, and delivering complex, high-value projects effectively.

Key Benefits of SSMC™ Certification

Enhanced Leadership Skills

Learn to facilitate communication and collaboration across distributed teams.

Develop strategies for handling dependencies, risks, and challenges in large-scale Agile projects.

Career Advancement

Stand out as a leader in the Agile community.

Qualify for roles such as Agile Coach, Senior Scrum Master, or Program Manager.

Improved Project Outcomes

Gain tools to align teams with organizational goals.

Master techniques to enhance productivity, reduce bottlenecks, and improve delivery timelines.

What You Will Learn

Agile Scaling Techniques: Understand frameworks like Scrum of Scrums (SoS) and Large-Scale Scrum (LeSS).

Multi-Team Coordination: Strategies for aligning multiple Scrum teams while maintaining the core Agile principles.

Risk Mitigation and Problem-Solving: Tactics to identify and resolve issues in complex, interdependent projects.

Advanced Scrum Practices: Dive deeper into Scrum ceremonies, roles, and artifacts tailored for scaled environments.

Who Should Pursue SSMC™?

The certification is ideal for:

Experienced Scrum Masters seeking to expand their expertise.

Project Managers transitioning to Agile practices.

Agile Coaches and consultants involved in scaling initiatives.

Senior team members aiming to drive organizational Agile transformation.

How to Become an SSMC™

Eligibility Requirements: While prior Scrum Master certification is not mandatory, familiarity with Scrum principles and practices is beneficial.

Training: Enroll in an accredited SSMC™ course, which typically includes live or online sessions led by certified instructors.

Exam: Pass the SSMC™ online exam to earn your certification. The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions testing your knowledge of scaled Scrum practices.

Why SSMC™ Matters in Today’s Workplace

As organizations embrace Agile at scale, the demand for skilled professionals who can navigate the complexities of multi-team environments is growing. The SSMC™ certification provides the expertise needed to lead these initiatives, ensuring teams work cohesively toward achieving organizational objectives.

Achieving the Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™) designation positions you as a leader in Agile transformation, opening doors to exciting opportunities and enabling you to drive impactful change in your organization.

For more info visit here:- SCRUMstudy Agile Master Certified (SAMC™)

[lostconsultants]

The beauty of LeSS: Scaling Agility

As organisations strive to enhance their agility and responsiveness, the challenge of scaling agile practices becomes increasingly significant. When teams grow in number and complexity, maintaining the core principles of agility—like collaboration, adaptability, and customer focus—can become difficult. This is where Large Scale Scrum (LeSS) comes into play, providing a framework designed to help…

[nymphbnny]

adrenaline

────── ryomen sukuna

⤷ formula one driver!sukuna who takes an interest on a shy reporter.

tw: doggy, daddy kink (slight) oral (male female receiving), mating press, breeding kink, spanking, not proofread, MDNI

got inspired by this beautiful work here, go show some love <3 @to00fu

it was loud — overwhelmingly so. the roar of engines echoed off the narrow streets of monte carlo as you arrived at the circuit de monaco, badge swinging around your neck, notebook clutched to your chest. your team had sent you to cover the monaco grand prix, one of the crown jewels of the formula 1 calendar. it was your first time at a live event of this scale, and your assignment? try to score an interview with none other than ryomen sukuna — two-time monaco winner, three-time berlin champion, and the most elusive driver on the grid.

he wasn’t known for giving interviews. in fact, most in the press pen described him as cold, cocky, and unreachable. but still, if you could manage to get him to speak to you — really speak — it would be a game-changer for your career.

“hey, you ready?” your coworker called from the media shuttle. “we’ve got to be in the press briefing before the pre-race prep starts.”

you nodded quickly, adjusting your press lanyard, and followed the flow of reporters into the media center. inside, the buzz was palpable. you took your seat, legs crossed tightly, foot tapping against the floor. you were trying to calm your nerves, but your eyes kept drifting toward the door.

and then, the room shifted.

cheers and whistles broke out as sukuna entered. you stood instinctively, craning your neck to get a glimpse — and there he was. tall, broad-shouldered in his fitted team suit, race cap pulled low over his sharp eyes. he didn’t wave or acknowledge the room, just walked in with the quiet authority of a man who knew he didn’t need to try.

your throat dried. he was stunning. the kind of stunning that made your cheeks burn as you forced your gaze back to your notes. inappropriate thoughts crept in anyway. you pressed your knees together, trying to shake them off.

one by one, the journalists posed their questions. sukuna’s replies were short, clipped, sometimes sarcastic. he didn’t suffer fools — or flattery. and then it was your turn.

you stood, heart hammering. he watched you as you rose — not dismissively, but with interest, eyes following the way you clutched your notes like a lifeline.

“i was wondering,” you began, voice just steady enough, “about the profile picture you use across your social media — the one with you and your father in the small f1 kart. was he your inspiration to race?”

there was a beat of silence. a few reporters chuckled. someone scoffed. but sukuna didn’t. instead, he gave a small, almost imperceptible smile. he twisted the cap onto his water bottle and looked straight at you. “my dad was everything. i learned to race to make him proud,” he said, and for a second, his voice softened.

you nodded, lips curling into a smile, and sat down — your heart doing laps faster than any car on the grid. the rest of the questions blurred together. you could feel his eyes on you now and then, sharp and unreadable.

engines revved in the pit lane as the sun dipped lower over monte carlo’s harbor. the race was chaos and choreography all at once — twenty cars weaving through the tight hairpins and unforgiving chicanes, the scream of the v6 turbo engines reverberating off the grandstands.

you watched from the media zone, gripping your headset as the final laps unfolded. overtakes were rare in monaco, but sukuna was a master of precision. when he made his move into the nouvelle chicane, it was clean and lethal — the kind of move that made commentators lose their minds.

and then, the checkered flag waved. sukuna had won.

the crowd erupted. flares lit up. and the press surged forward.

“come on!” your coworker shouted, already pushing toward the media scrum gathering by parc fermé. reporters crowded around the victorious driver, shouting over one another. microphones flashed. cameras clicked.

you tried to move forward — but it was impossible. the mob was too thick, too loud.

“watch out!” someone yelled, but too late — another reporter shoved past you, knocking you off balance.

you stumbled forward, straight into someone’s chest. strong arms steadied you. a hand curled around your wrist. it was him. security started to react, but sukuna raised a hand, waving them off. his eyes — sharp and amused — scanned your face.

“you again, sweetheart?” he said low enough for only you to hear. his thumb brushed gently across the inside of your wrist. or maybe you imagined that part. you weren’t sure. he was close — so close it was dizzying.

he leaned in, lips near your ear. “if you’re serious about that interview,” he murmured, “meet me at the hotel hermitage. room 1801. nine o’clock. reception will let you up.”

and just like that, he walked away, ignoring the press, his team, everyone else.

your coworker caught up to you, wide-eyed. “what did he say?!” you blinked, still stunned. “he said… my questions were soft.” you lied, smiling to yourself.

you didn’t know if you’d go, but it might just be your shot.

you stared at the clock in your hotel room: 8:52 p.m.

you had paced the suite five times, changed your outfit twice, and debated texting your editor a dozen more. was this a mistake? would he even remember he invited you? your press pass lay on the nightstand, staring back at you like a dare.

by 8:57, you were in the elevator heading to the 18th floor of hotel hermitage. the hallway was quiet, plush carpet soft under your shoes. everything smelled like expensive cologne and fresh linen. it felt like the kind of place where secrets were expected — and kept.

you knocked on the door marked 1801.

no response.

you hesitated, lifting your hand again — but the door cracked open.

he stood there, Ryomen Sukuna — hair still wet, towel slung around the back of his neck, a few droplets of water catching the light as they slid down his bare chest. tattoos sprawled across his torso, wrapping around his arms, ink trailing over defined muscle and disappearing under a pair of low-sitting black lounge shorts. no shirt. just heat. and skin. and ink.

he looked completely unbothered by his own state of undress.

“you’re early,” he said, voice gravelly — not annoyed, but amused.

you tried to say something — anything — but your words got lost somewhere between the towel on his neck and the line of his collarbone.

he tilted his head slightly. “you coming in or just going to stare?” you stepped inside before you embarrassed yourself further.

the suite was dimly lit, with soft light coming from the floor lamps and the glow of monaco’s coast beyond the balcony windows. there was a half-open bottle of wine on the table near the couch, two glasses already waiting — like this had been a plan from the beginning.

you turned back toward him just as he closed the door. he didn’t move to get dressed. didn’t apologize for it, either.

“so,” he said, walking over to the wine. “you’re here for your big scoop?”

“you invited me,” you managed to say, even if it came out smaller than you intended. he poured the wine slowly. “i know.” he stated lowly, his eyes casually drifting at you, his muscles flexing with every move.

he handed you a glass, and when your fingers brushed his — warm skin, damp from the shower — it felt like a jolt of something you couldn’t name.

“well?” he said, lowering himself onto the couch. “ask your questions.”

you sat across from him, notebook in your lap more for show than purpose. your pen hovered midair, mind trying to chase the professionalism you were supposed to have walked in with. he sipped his wine, eyes never really leaving yours — studying, waiting.

you cleared your throat. “okay. first question… you’ve raced this circuit five times now. do you still get nervous before a big start?”

he leaned back, one arm draped over the back of the couch, the towel shifting slightly on his neck. “not really. nerves are a waste of energy. you either trust yourself, or you don’t.”

you nodded, scribbling something down even if it was just to give your hands something to do. “right. uh… who do you think your biggest rival is this season?”

“depends. on paper?” he took another sip. “probably hajime. but mentally? no one.”

you smiled despite yourself. “cocky.”

“confident,” he corrected smoothly. “if you don’t believe you’re the best out there, you’re already behind.”

you made a small noise of agreement, then flipped the page — pretending you weren’t hyperaware of the way his muscles shifted every time he moved. “okay, let’s talk personal life.”

his brow lifted. “now we’re getting interesting.”

you hesitated. “are relationships hard for you, given the lifestyle?”

he didn’t answer right away. instead, he let the silence settle, then said slowly, “they’re not hard. they’re just not built to last.”

you glanced up at him. “why not?”

“because most people don’t want the truth,” he said, voice quiet but firm. “they want a version of you that makes them feel better about themselves.” your pen paused.

he leaned forward slightly, gaze sharper now. “you ask a lot of curious personal questions.”

“it’s my job,” you replied, trying to match his tone.

“sure,” he said. “or maybe you just want to know what kind of women i like.” your breath caught — not because he was wrong, but because of how plainly he’d said it. your silence stretched too long, and his smirk deepened.

“want me to answer that?”

you swallowed. “wouldn’t that be off the record?”

“maybe,” he said, voice dipping low. “maybe not.” your fingers tightened slightly around your pen. “i’m not uncomfortable.”

“didn’t say you were,” he murmured, leaning in a little more, elbows resting on his knees now, glass dangling from one hand. “but you haven’t moved since i brought it up.”

you met his eyes — steady, unreadable. “so? what kind of women do you like?”

he smiled, slow and deliberate. “ones who ask bold questions with their voice shaking.”

you exhaled — not quite a laugh, not quite a breath — and before you could respond, he tilted his head, voice dropping even lower.

you couldn’t seem to tear your eyes away from him. his gaze was magnetic — intense, and unwavering.

“you sure you’re still here for the article?” his voice was low, but there was no mistaking the challenge in his words.

you blinked, caught off guard. “i’m… i’m here for the interview,” you said, trying to steady your nerves, but the line between professional and personal was blurring fast.

he didn’t smile this time, his gaze sharpening as he leaned in, his voice dropping lower. “you know,” he said, his tone almost teasing now, “i don’t usually invite people to my room for just a ‘chat.’”

your heart pounded in your chest, and you could feel the weight of his stare. you weren’t sure if you wanted to step back or closer, but his next words made it all the more complicated.

“tell me,” he murmured, his voice rough but controlled. “after all the questions you’ve asked about everyone else, you haven’t told me much about you.”

his eyes flicked to yours, dark and assessing. “you want to know what kind of woman I like? it’s simple: someone who knows what she wants.” his words were heavy with meaning, lingering in the air.

you swallowed hard. you had no idea where this conversation was going, but you felt your body respond to the shift in energy. it was no longer about the interview, or the questions.

“maybe you’d like me to show you,” he said, leaning closer. there was no mistaking it now. his breath was warm against your skin, and the air felt thick, charged with something undeniable. “or do you prefer to just keep asking?”

this was it. this was the moment you’ve been fantasizing about ever since you’ve laid eyes on him. you lean closer to him, his winey breath on your skin. “i guess, no,” you took a small breath, “i want you to show me, what you like.”

he smirked, his hand removing your glass from your trembling fingers. his face was closer to yours, his other hand wrapping itself around the back of your neck pulling you closer as he captured your lips with his. your stomach erupted, goosebumps rising on your skin as you found your brows furrowing into the kiss.

you placed your hands on his cheeks pulling further toward you, his body lying you down on the couch as he took place above you, careful with his movement without breaking away.

“tell me what you want beautiful and it’s yours,” he whispered into the kiss, “it’s all yours, god.”

you wrapped yourself around him, separating your face from him, face red and flushed. “i want you, please, sukuna,”

without a second wasted, sukuna grabbed your body pulling you up from the couch, his bulge rubbing against your clothed cunt. your hips attempted to get a better feel, pressing yourself closer to him but it was all cut to an end when you were thrown onto his bed.

“so needy,” he chuckled throwing off his towel with a tug, “you want me that bad huh?” he grinned removing his shorts, revealing his swollen tip. your mouth drooled at the sight, his inked body, his beautiful muscles and his aching cock. you couldn’t help but crawl to him, your bottom lip tugged under your teeth as you reached to grab him.

you wrapped your lips around the tip, tasting the salty pre-cum, and he groaned, one hand tangling in your hair. you took him deeper, tongue swirling, cheeks hollowing as you worked him, but he wasn’t patient. how could he when your throat felt so good. he thrust into your mouth, hitting the back of your throat, making you gag. tears pricked your eyes, but the sound of his low, filthy moans made your cunt drip onto the sheets.

“fuck, that’s it,” he moaned, fucking your mouth with slow, deliberate thrusts. “take every inch baby that’s it.”

you moaned around him, the vibrations making him curse, his grip tightening. he pulled out suddenly, leaving you gasping, spit dripping down your chin. “not yet,” he said, hauling you to your feet and pushing you back . “i wanna feel that tight little pussy first.”

he shoved your body to his liking, face-down, ass up, pulling down your skirt and panties down. the cool air coming from the open windows hit your slick folds, making you shiver, but then his hand cracked against your ass, the sting blooming into heat that made your clit throb. “look at this perfect ass,” he muttered, spanking you again, leaving red handprints. “begging to become one of my trophies.”

“please,” you whimpered, spreading your thighs wider, desperate. “sukuna…”

he chuckled, caressing your soft skin, leaning down to kiss it. “you gon’ be a good girl and take all of daddy?” he taunted. your cunt throbbed, giving him all the answers he needed. sukuna teased your slit with his tip before thrusting into you, one long stroke that stretched your pussy to accommodate his girth. your lips parted, letting out an ecstatic gasp as your gripped onto the silk sheets. his balls were slapping against your clit, the trimmed hair brushing against your skin.

“you feel so good, mhm so fucking good,” he grunted, hands gripping your hips as the wet, obscene sounds of your pussy taking him filled the suite. sweat slicked your skin, his chest pressing against your back as he leaned down, biting your shoulder before kissing it, his mouth trailing from your blades to your neck.

his thrusts pushed you over the edge, your orgasm crashing through you, your cunt spasming around his cock as you screamed his name. he couldn’t stop, fucking you through it, chasing his own release. “gonna fill you up sweetheart,” he mumbled almost whimpering, his cock rubbing against your warm insides before spilling himself inside you.

your head fell heavy on the pillows, body trembling as his weight pinned you to the bed, his cock still buried inside you. your breaths were ragged, the room spinning, cum and sweat staining the sheets.

you whimpered painfully as he pulled out, cum leaking from your tired pussy. a sight for sore eyes, he thought.

it wasn’t until you felt his tongue on you that you realized he wasn’t done yet, lapping at the mixture of both his and your orgasms, moaning as he made out with your folds.

“couldn’t help but have a taste, fuck” his voice sent vibrations to your clit, your hand grabbing his head from behind as best you could to guide him through your climax.

he chuckled at your attempt, “don’t got anymore questions f’me?” he spat on your folds before plunging his fingers, toying with you. “don’t get all shy on me now, not after how you treated my cock,” a trail of moans was your answer, hips bucking as you rushed yourself to come.

“oh yeah i can feel that, gonna come again for daddy baby? yeah?” your nodding was rapid, toes curling as you allowed yourself to be overwhelmed by your orgasm.

“daddy… coming,” you whispered, breath shaky. he would be lying if he didn’t enjoy seeing you like that, calling him daddy, letting him do as he pleases. but then it hit him, he still hasn’t seen your fucked out face.

he smeared your juices all over your cunt, lubing you to prepare you for his hardened cock again. with a simple tug he flipped you over, legs on his shoulders as he dug in, capturing your yelp in his mouth, this time going faster.

you grabbed onto his shoulders, legs wrapping around him to keep him close. he knew he wouldn’t last long, how could he when you were squeezing him like that. he reached to your buttoned shirt, ripping it open, the sounds of your buttons scattering on the floor.

sukuna looked down at you, your soft voice expressing how good he is making you feel. he smirked, his fingers pulling down your bra to be mesmerized by your tits, his hungry mouth unable to resist latching on them.

“oh my god fuck, sukuna… sukuna shit!” your fingers were now in his hair, your nipples respectively getting sucked and played with. “fill me up again, felt so good to have your cum,” you begged, eyes filling with tears.

“never say no to a win,” he chuckled, his face dropping next to yours as he buried his face next to yours, your legs unconsciously letting go of him as your body began shaking, vision getting cloudy.

he moaned in your ear, his skin slapping against yours a few last times before he let himself loose inside you once again.

“you better mention how much i love the adrenaline rush i get in your article sweetheart.”

[shareyourideas]

The Path to Becoming a Certified SAFe Scrum Master

[advanceagility]

What is the Difference Between Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Master?

“A good Scrum Master will hold team members to account if needed. A great Scrum Master will hold the team to account for not holding their teammates to account.”- Geoff Watts

What do Certified Scrum Masters do?

Certified Scrum Master is the official designation that demonstrates an individual’s height of knowledge regarding the scrum framework and the role. SAFe Scrum Master Certification is a basic-level certification course that focuses on the fundamentals of scrum methodology, iterative process, and team involvement. Following the four important steps such as choosing the course, attending the two-days training course, practicing the test, and taking the exam agile professionals can become certified scrum masters to join large enterprises.

As a Certified scrum master, you are accountable for managing the development process for multiple projects in a large enterprise. You will be responsible for conducting daily Scrum events for agile teams in the company. Including sprint planning, reviewing the sprints, and sprint retrospectives. The scrum master is also responsible for identifying the impediments and coaching the teams with the right implementation of principles and practices of the scrum framework.

What are the best Certification courses for Scrum Masters?

Large enterprise values the scrum process and focuses on implementing scrum methodologies in their project development process. If you are planning to work as a scrum master or join these huge companies, you must consider joining the scrum master training course. When you are a certified candidate, it becomes easier for business leaders to choose you over other applicants without certification.

Agile-certified scrum masters are valued because they possess relevant knowledge to understand scrum principles and practices. They know how to work with cross-functional teams and generate timely feedback. They are trained to implement various strategies to improve the quality of the product. Most importantly if you complete the scrum master training course, you will be considered as a reliable leader who can guide the agile team members in achieving the business goals.

There are various SAFe Scrum Master Certifications available online. And so, choosing the right certification course that best suits your job role is important. Before selecting the course, go through the contents of the course materials thoroughly.

The best scrum master certification courses to advance your career:

Scrum Master Certification course.

Scrum Product Owner Training course.

Scrum Developer Training.

Agile Leadership course.

Managing Agile Projects with Scrum Framework course.

PMP Certification course

Some of the popular courses in the market:

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)

Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)

Scrum Master vs. Certified Scrum Master

Scrum master is the professional role in organizations that prefer using scrum framework for improving the value of their projects. They have the experience of working in an agile environment. Mostly, scrum masters in a company deal with one or two projects as they possess the basic practical knowledge to handle tasks mentioned in the priority lists.

And Certified Scrum Master role focuses on the wider perspective of the scrum practices. They are well-trained individuals who can work on multiple projects collaborating with other agile professionals. They possess an in-depth understanding of the concepts and various tools and techniques that are useful in running various projects in a large enterprise. The certified candidate is well-trained in implementing strategies that help maintain sustainability which is a core requirement of all the business.

If you want to advance your career and reach new heights in your agile career, learn about the certification courses, the course material, the scrum master certification exam fee, and about online classes available on our website.

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How to transition into a SAFe Scrum Master role from other agile roles?

If you are into other agile professions such as Product Owner, Software Architect, Developer, Tester, or coder, you can advance your career prospects by shifting to SAFe Scrum Master by attending certified scrum master training online courses.

What can you benefit from the SAFe Scrum Master Certification course?

Attending the SAFe Scrum Master Certification course can train you on generating quicker releases, improving visibility, developing alignment, value higher customer satisfaction, maintaining higher control over processes and team members, handling changing priorities, reducing costs, improving productivity, delivering valuable content, and working on lower the risks in the process.

What tools and techniques are used by Certified Scrum Master?

Certified Scrum master as a coach and a mentor for the agile team members use various types of tools such as project management tools like Jira, Clarizen, and Click Up. Collaboration tools like Slack, zoom, and Trello. And visualization tools like velocity charts and burndown charts to effectively perform their tasks with multiple projects.

About Advance Agility

We, at Advance Agility, are the new-age Agile Coaching, Consulting and IT services company. We enable end-to-end Digital Transformation. Agile execution is integral to our being. We are doing SAFe implementation with small, medium and large organization across the globe. Our vision is to be the leading Agile execution player globally. To keep adding value at every process stage. We are on a mission to empower our clients, move from concept to cash in the shortest sustainable lead time by adopting human centric approach to business agility. Embracing the change is in our DNA. Things that keep us apart are Quicker and Seamless execution with End-to-end gamut of services. Our Global presence and Stellar Track Record give us an edge over our competitor.

Connect with us at advanceagility.com to learn about SAFe and SAFe Implementation. We provide various SAFe certification courses along with DevOps, Scrum, Agile Coaching and more trainings. Write to us at contact@advanceagilty.com for any agile training or consulting needs. We are always looking for competent agile trainers as well. So if you are a good trainer or want to become one, do get in touch with us to that we can learn, grow and achieve together.

[roshambo05]

So I decided to rewatch RTTE because I felt like indulging in some childhood nostalgia. A few things to note:

- Snotlout and Fishlegs are dating. Good for them.

- The twins are the best characters. Still don't know wtf a boar pit is.

- I know those are supposed to be dragon scales on Ryker's shoulder and arm pads but they look like turtle shells I'm sorry--

- Actually good disability rep?? Hello??

- Hiccup how tf are you still alive?

- "Toothle plama bla" is perhaps the funniest thing in any piece of media ever.

- On the subject of Gruffnut: There's another one???

- How does Tuffnut know so many languages? Did these languages exist in this time period? If so who taught him? Is Tuffnut Odin in disguise? Would that make Ruffnut Loki?

- Hiccup is AuDHD. No I will not be taking comments at this time.

- Where tf did Hiccup get his dragon blade in midnight scrum? Why did he not use it to free himself or fend off his attackers? Also, on the subject of midnight scrum, how is this boy's neck not broken??

- I stan one (1) Heather the Unhinged. Go off queen. Feral bastard child.

- Ruffnut is actually super smart?? And cool?? What??

- I did not watch the series before this one so Dagur's entrance confused me so much at first. Who is this man and why does his beard look like that?? Please shave.

- Gonna punch Snotlout's dad. Gonna kick his fucking ass.

- Why is Viggo so aggressively British? And why is his brother Scottish? Come to think of it, there is no consistency in any of the accents.

- Sir, that is not a dragon, that is a Pokémon (you know exactly which dragon I'm talking about don't pretend you don't know)

[emeritusterzo]

on a scale from media scrum to getting hard on every match you're involved in how much do you love your job

[deafeningchildthing]

Bone Broth

Eyelids click

Reptilian scales in torpor

Todays desert reverie; slick

With the thought of

Bone-broth

Especially the scrum

Of fattened froth on top

I'll scour myself until the sheen is gone

I'll pick myself clean

As flesh dissolves, bit by bit

Step outside, the autumn leaves are

Yellow-membraned tidbits, dry morsels

Of wan indifference

But when I really, really smile

I'm a scraped and demonic girleen

With no wattle-and-daub to retreat behind

Every synapse molten through a windowpane

I'm a squatter in my

Own half-life

I tremble through the white

On Dachau thighs; blue veins

Tracing comet paths, across a gruel-thin bosom and bumpy spine

Sluggish blood in my angry exhale, the little stylus wriggles

My aortic Expressionists pen

I made my own sign of the Cross -

Clavicle, shoulder-blade

Iliac crest

These holy trinities I blindly press

In the name of nothingness

Amen

The sheen of toothpaste

On lavender lip, a victory-gray

Faucet; for hours and hours

I interrogate it

A deepening hollow in the enamel

They call it a drain. I know better

Than to mistake a mouth

It's clot and gurgle gives it away

[netra-n8tra]

NAVIGATING PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN THE AEC INDUSTRY

Navigating Project Management in the AEC industry involves a series of interconnected tasks that require effective planning, execution, monitoring, and control. By following best practices and leveraging project management methodologies such as APM, SCRUM, KANBAN, or the Traditional WATERFALL Project Management Methodology, the AEC professionals can successfully deliver complex projects while meeting stakeholder expectations and achieving project objectives.

As an architectural manager with a Master of Architecture degree and an architectural engineering degree from reputable institutes, having experience in project and design management for large-scale commercial facilities, multi-story offices, and high-rise administration buildings, I can provide the necessary artifacts to enhance project success, improve team collaboration, and effectively handle project complexities in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector.

1. Set Clear Goals and Objectives:

Define project scope, including deliverables and constraints.

Establish SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals.

Align goals with stakeholder expectations and project requirements.

Obtain buy-in from key stakeholders on project objectives.

2. Develop a Comprehensive Project Plan:

Create a detailed work breakdown structure (WBS) to organize project tasks.

Define project milestones and dependencies.

Develop a project schedule with timelines and resource allocation.

Identify risks and develop a risk management plan.

Establish a budget and financial plan for the project.

3. Foster Effective Communication:

Establish communication channels and protocols for project team members.

Hold regular project meetings to discuss progress, issues, and updates.

Use clear and concise language in all communications.

Encourage open and transparent communication among team members.

Address communication barriers and conflicts promptly.

4. Embrace Technology and Communication:

Utilize project management software for task tracking and collaboration.

Implement communication tools such as emails, instant messaging, and video conferencing.

Leverage cloud-based platforms for document sharing and version control.

Provide training and support for team members on project management tools.

Stay updated on new technologies and tools to improve project efficiency.

5. Manage Change Effectively:

Establish a change control process to evaluate and approve changes to project scope.

Communicate changes to stakeholders and assess their impact on project objectives.

Update project documentation and plans to reflect approved changes.

Monitor changes to prevent scope creep and ensure project alignment with goals.

Evaluate the risks and benefits of proposed changes before implementation.

6. Foster Collaboration and Teamwork:

Encourage team members to share ideas, feedback, and best practices.

Foster a collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusivity.

Promote team building activities and recognize team achievements.

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Resolve conflicts and promote a positive team culture.

7. Continuously Monitor and Evaluate Progress:

Track project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).

Conduct regular project reviews to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.

Monitor project risks and issues and take corrective actions as needed.

Evaluate project outcomes against initial goals and objectives.

Use lessons learned to make informed decisions and optimize project performance.

By focusing on these subtasks within each point, project managers can enhance project success, improve team collaboration, and effectively manage project complexities in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.

Sonetra KETH (កេត សុនេត្រា) •Architectural Manager, Project Manager, BIM Director •建築師經理, 專案經理, BIM總監 •Giám đốc kiến ​​trúc, Giám đốc dựán, Giám đốc BIM •RMIT University Vietnam + Institute of Technology of Cambodia

[markgo7]

Sr Project Manager- Richmond, VA(Hybrid -Locals)

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[eurovision-revisited]

Eurovision 2005: The Stage and Set Design

Surrounded by pillars of light and jutting forward into the crowd in the arena, you'd be forgiven for thinking that this year's stage in Palats Sportu was a grand affair. It's clear that NTU invested greatly in Eurovision this year including the host venue - despite the upheaval of the revolution. However looks can be deceptive.

The crowd size is around 5,000. This is roughly the same as 2002 and 2003. The area around the stage is not brightly lit, but just occasionally you can see how close the crowd are to it, and those shots give a sense of scale. It's actually pretty small.

The darkness surrounding the stage not only allows that size to be hidden, but also to show off the floor illuminated from below. There are LEDs on the pillars as well as size curved screens at the back from the stage - but these are still restricted to blocks of colour and screen-saver imagery of clouds.

The audience surround the stage on all sides and all of them have clear, unobstructed views of the stage. The darkness in which they sit is barely illuminated by some globular glowing balls on the strings which are capable of some fancy movements and choreography - enough for them to be a theme in the opening interval act for the semi-final - but when it comes to their abilities as lamps, they're not so great.

Pyro is again missing this year. There's some confetti at the end of the evening, but that's it. There's also a lack of any dry ice. These were elements not present in the original 1960s building and weren't installed in the Eurovision refit. There is however a wind machine.

On screen graphics are on a blue and green background, with simple white text in a rather blocky font reminiscent of the what futuristic text would have been imagined as when the Palace of Sports was being built. From the perspective of decades in the future, it looks even more dated that how it would have looked in 2005.

The need for a separate scoreboard screen is once again dispensed with on the main stage. The table for the EBU officials is subsumed by the audience. When it's time for Svante Stockelius to make his appearance, he's surrounded by Croatian fans mugging for the camera to his apparent dismay.

There's one major technical innovation this year. It's the first Eurovision to be broadcast in widescreen 16:9 format. The slogan for the year is 'Awakening', chosen to chime with Ukraine's emergence from the past into a European setting. The new Government hoped that Eurovision would not only boost Ukraine's tourist industry but also would serve as a demonstration to their intention to move towards EU membership and integration into the wider Eurovision project.

The green room, like last year is hidden away in the backrooms of the Palace of Sports. It looks fairly compact. Everyone is squeezed in together in a jamble of glitter, sofas, champagne glasses and flags.

When it's time for Helena to emerge from it to collect the trophies - more on that later - it's only a short distance but there's an intense scrum as she gets miked up while being harried by floor managers and security staff, as the two hosts vamp for all they're worth on stage. There doesn't appear to be much in the way of private space for the performers away from the dressing rooms.

The Executive Producers was Pavlo Grytsak, with Creative Director Mikhailo Ilko and Show Producer Tarmo Krimm

[agilewaters22]

Emerging Trends in Scrum: What’s Next for Agile Project Management

Introduction:

Project management has been transformed by agile approaches, especially Scrum, which encourage flexibility and teamwork in the dynamic field of software development and other domains. It’s critical to recognize and comprehend the new trends that will influence the direction of Scrum and Agile project management as we enter a new era. We’ll explore several major themes in this blog that will probably have an impact on how teams operate and produce value in the years to come.

Beyond Software: Agile in Non-Traditional Industries:

Software development is where traditional Agile methods are most at home. Nonetheless, a noteworthy development is the application of Agile ideas to non-traditional sectors like finance, HR, and marketing. Agile frameworks like Scrum are being modified to meet the demands of varied teams and industries as businesses realize the advantages of flexibility and customer-centricity

AI and Automation Integration: Enhancing Agile Practices:

Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly essential to many facets of project management. Agile teams are investigating how to use AI to improve decision-making, automate testing, and do predictive analytics. By combining these technologies with Scrum, it is possible to increase productivity, optimize procedures, and gain insightful knowledge that will help with decision-making.

DevOps and Agile Synergy: Continuous Delivery as a Standard:

Although the idea of the synergy between DevOps and Agile is not new, it is developing quickly. It’s becoming commonplace to combine Scrum with DevOps methods in order to achieve continuous delivery and smooth cooperation between development and operations teams. This tendency improves the overall effectiveness of Agile development cycles and guarantees quicker, more dependable deliveries.

Scrum at Scale: Addressing the Needs of Large Organizations:

Agile practice scaling is an important trend, particularly for large firms working on complicated projects. Frameworks that offer direction on how to implement Scrum principles at scale, such as Nexus and LeSS (Large-Scale Scrum), are becoming more and more popular. Scaling frameworks are becoming necessary for managing complexity and guaranteeing alignment as businesses realize the benefits of agility throughout the entire organization.

Remote Agile: Navigating Distributed Workforces:

Agile frameworks are becoming more and more necessary in order to support distributed teams as a result of the global movement toward remote work. Virtual ceremonies and collaboration tools are becoming commonplace in remote Agile processes. Organizations are investigating methods for preserving openness, correspondence, and group unity in a remote setting, guaranteeing that the advantages of Agile can be experienced regardless of geographic location.

Agile Leadership: Fostering a Culture of Empowerment:

Agile firms are seeing a shift in leadership from a hierarchical, command-and-control approach to one that prioritizes support and empowerment. Agile leaders take on the role of facilitators, eliminating obstacles and fostering an atmosphere that rewards creativity and ongoing development. This movement acknowledges the role that leadership plays in maintaining an Agile culture.

Focus on Customer Experience (CX) and Design Thinking:

Customer value has always come first in the Agile approach. But in order to improve the user experience, there’s an increasing focus on integrating design thinking ideas into Agile processes. In order to meet and surpass customer expectations, teams are urged to consistently enhance products, iterate on designs, and show empathy for end users.

Conclusion:

It’s clear that Scrum and other Agile approaches will continue to change as we look to the future of Agile project management to suit the shifting needs of businesses. The above-mentioned trends provide an overview of the ever-changing environment that Agile practitioners will have to deal with. Teams that embrace these new trends will be better equipped to handle upcoming problems and prosper in a setting where success is largely determined by adaptability and continual development. Continue to be inventive, flexible, and aware of the latest developments in the fascinating field of agile project management.

[biggaybunny]

Modern software sucks shit because modern software development sucks shit. No one knows what they're doing and when they do they'll usually be told to do something else anyway. Non-transferrable skills are treated as transferrable; "programming" is an extremely broad field that we are still just beginning to map out. I'm not trying to oversell it here, I have no agenda, I just need to try and convey some perspective here that you can do a lot of different shit with computers, and lumping it all under "writing software" is kind of like lumping all "machines" together and expecting engineers who work with things like planes, cars, pumps, and cranes to be able to figure each other's shit out. There's some specialization happening in the field, but to be honest, most companies are pretty slow to catch on (outside of, yknow, searching resumes for whatever buzzword we're using now)

That's only the beginning of it, too. I don't know I could actually fit all the reasons software development sucks shit into one post. Basically, businesses hate the way software is made. They want software assembly lines, I've had as much said to me by a manager before. They want software products that are specced out, assembled, and shipped out. And that *really, really* doesn't work. Most of the time, when it comes to developing a software "product", they don't even know what they actually want or need. A lot of software bloat comes from early development work that had to be course corrected or repurposed; it's like being a sculptor and having someone behind you try to describe what they want sculpted, but also they're rushing you and don't understand what's even possible to do with sculpting in the first place.

The other thing companies hate about making software is that you can't throw just throw more people at the problem. It's like that math problem "If an orchestra of 50 people can play Beethoven's 5th in 40 minutes, how fast can an orchestra of 500 people play it?" That's how the people in charge want software to work, and after decades of absolute horseshit business paradigms (agile, kanban, scrum, agile-at-scale, extreme programming yes it's called that, etc) it's very clear that this will NEVER be the case, but by god that's not going to stop companies from trying. Because it's about maximizing profits, right? You couldn't possibly get better returns by like, investing in employee retention (dogshit in the business btw) or employee QoL. Just get more people fresh out of a javascript bootcamp and throw them at the issue until something works. So software development gets diced up into thousands of little pieces that can be worked on simultaneously and then glued back together, and as you'd expect end up as dysfunctional Frankenstein monsters. Plus, none of your employees are actually improving at software development because they're only allowed to see such a small piece of the puzzle.

And at the end, it just has to work. Not be good, work. Which is why companies skimp on QA all the time, and then undermine the QA they do invest in. The corner cutting is everywhere. Because it saves costs, you see. Why invest in QA? Just don't write broken code, obviously (this is not how this works). How much security do we need, really? Corner cut, corner cut, corner cut. Rush, rush, rush. Is it any wonder that the cleanest pieces of software tend to be made by small teams or even individuals, working on their own timeframe?

I could've summed up this entire post with "capitalism sucks" but I wanted to explain more. Software development isn't going to get good in a couple years. It's not going to get good in ten years. It's going to suck absolute shit for the foreseeable future. Corporate software, anyway. Maybe if open-source software got a little more love and support... well, who knows.

[vabroapp]

Scaling Scrum Made Simple: Why Vabro is the Perfect Fit for Large Organizations 🚀

Scaling Scrum to meet the needs of large organizations can be a daunting task, but with the right tools and approach, it can be achieved seamlessly.

Vabro is the perfect solution for large organizations looking to scale Scrum and elevate their project management practices. Here’s why:

- Scalability: Vabro is designed to scale effortlessly, accommodating the needs of large organizations with multiple teams and complex projects. Whether you have ten teams or a hundred, Vabro can handle it with ease.

- Customizability: Vabro offers a high level of customizability, allowing organizations to tailor the platform to meet their specific requirements. From custom workflows to personalized dashboards, Vabro can be adapted to fit your organization’s unique needs.

- Integration: Vabro seamlessly integrates with a wide range of tools and platforms, including Jira, Azure DevOps, and Slack, ensuring that all your project management tools work together harmoniously.

- Collaboration: Collaboration is key in large organizations, and Vabro facilitates collaboration by providing a centralized platform for teams to work together, share information, and stay connected.

- Scrum at Scale: Vabro fully supports Scrum at scale, providing features such as program boards, release planning, and sprint planning, which are essential for managing large-scale Scrum projects.

- Reporting and Analytics: Vabro offers robust reporting and analytics capabilities, allowing organizations to gain insights into their projects and make data-driven decisions.

In conclusion, Vabro is the ideal project management tool for large organizations looking to scale Scrum. With its scalability, customizability, and integration capabilities, Vabro empowers organizations to take their Agile practices to the next level and achieve new heights of success.

Check out more on Vabro by visiting www.vabro.com and explore new gen project management.

[nextstopwonderland]

Masterlist of Bryan Danielson content I've posted Part 1

BCC/Bryanmox related content & links to other masterlists

Graphics/collages

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Video clips

Bryan Danielson puts over Orange Cassidy during the Forbidden Door II press conference

“Is that real leather?”

“I don’t put myself in high energy situations because I don’t enjoy necessarily frenetic energy” - Bryan Danielson on the outlet wrestling provides

Daniel Bryan calls out Raw for not showcasing women

Bryan Danielson doing a promo in a makeshift crop top while stroking his “sexy beard”

Best moments on Rampage compilation by TNT

AWS promo - April 30, 2005

“FICKLE! They’re FICKLE”

A wild Bryan Danielson appears at Starrcast

Bryan puts over Ricky Starks at the All Out 2023 media scrum

Full match: Bryan/ZSJ round 1

“Who’s overrated now??”

Bryan sells his ass (no, he really does)

“Let’s talk about the illusion of free will”

Bryan and Paul London dolphin pod promo

Bryan + Henry’s Gym

Bryan and Brie

Bryan + Blue Panther (includes screenshots)

“I am going to break your arm. I am going to break your right arm and you’ll never be able to do the rainmaker again.”

“I haven’t done a cartwheel in a long time”

“I’m not what?”

“Oh, I’m on!!”

“I just wanted to subdue him a little”

“My wife and I joke we could turn it into a gimmick”

“That makes me feel alive”

“Put your cameras down, wink wink”

“I can feel the end coming”

“My brain is so focused on wrestling”

“So at what point am I deceiving myself?”

“Im beat up, but happy”

Dragon grr’s, but is merely adorable

WK slow-mo vid

Daniel Bryan + Muppets

Random ROH WRD clip

Bryan is superstitious of a cat

“Because I know what I’m willing to do.”

“Blue Panther has been my favorite luchador since I was 15”

Bryan gets his hair braided in Arena Mexico

“You said you wanted to introduce me to proper Lucha libre.”

Wrestling to me has never been about proving I’m better than anyone else.”

Bryan returns to Mexico City

“My heaven will be standing in a wrestling ring bleeding in front of all of you”

“A BANGER!”

Bryan calls William Regal his favorite wrestler

“I don’t give a fuck if I die or not!”

Video compilations/edits

Bryan Danielson sings boy bands

HEY (EW) supercut

Bryan I don’t like frenetic energy Danielson being unhinged

Ring of honor compilation

Bryan’s got legs and he knows how to use ‘em (fanvid set to legs by ZZ Top)

Supercut of Bryan/ZSJ round 2

Wrestling road diaries supercut

“I may suck. I am opening to sucking” - 4 min and 33 seconds of why we should be thankful for Bryan Danielson’s existence

Bryan + Will + doctors post-dynasty

The I have till 5 edits

Bryan has till 5 (a fanvid/fancam set to he’s a rebel & also a scaled down edit)

Bryan and his opponents still have till 5

Bryan and even more of his opponents have till 5

Audio clips

Robin Tran thanks Bryan Danielson for inspiring her to come out as transgender

Part 2