The Professional Scrum Developer (PSD) is an assessment provided by Scrum Organization. Hence, the PSD assessment is a 3-day hands-on course that delivers quality software to the participants using Scrum with Agile practices. In addition, Scrum Developers determine their ability to build software using Scrum in real-world situations. In other words, participants will create real codes on a realistic software system.
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Scrum Organization
Scrum organization was established in 2009 in order to provide extensive assessments, certificates, and training. Additionally, it equips the flexibility and agility to its teams’ work. Furthermore, it delivers work with a higher value than other traditional known methods that allow teams to create better products with higher quality.
PSD Certification Requirements
- This assessment is addressed to anyone interested in building complex software products using Scrum.
- Before applying for the certificate, participants should undertake an online assessment and achieve the minimum score.
PSD Certification Study Materials
Scrum org suggests many books to prepare for the assessment, most important of which are the Scrum Guide and the Nexus Guide. You can check them on the Scrum’s website.
Registration Process
You can register for the PSD assessment online through Scrum’s website.
Training Course Details
The training course covers several topics:
Using Scrum and working within a Scrum Team
Definition of Done
Development Practices
Agile architecture practices to slice features
Test Driven Development
Exam Details
Each Scrum training class includes a free attempt at a Scrum assessment, but participants need to pass the assessment test with a score of 85% to receive the Professional Certification.
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer and True/False
- Exam Fees: $200
Certification Renewal
The PSD certification does not expire.