Test-driven Development (tdd) And Agile Workflows Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
The Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Agile Workflows Training Course is a cutting-edge program designed for modern software professionals seeking to improve development efficiency, code quality, and product delivery through proven Agile and TDD methodologies. As organizations push for faster iterations, higher code reliability, and continuous delivery, integrating TDD and Agile workflows becomes a critical skillset for developers and engineering teams.
This course equips participants with in-demand techniques to write robust, test-first code, adopt Agile best practices such as Scrum and Kanban, and align technical excellence with business goals. Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, learners gain hands-on mastery of writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, refactoring with confidence, and managing iterations with Agile ceremonies and tools.
Target Audience
- Software Developers seeking to master test-first coding techniques
- Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters improving engineering agility
- QA Engineers shifting toward automation in Agile teams
- Technical Project Managers implementing lean workflows
- DevOps Engineers integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines
- Software Architects building scalable, maintainable systems
- Engineering Team Leads driving high-quality, iterative delivery
Course Objectives
- Understand the principles and benefits of Test-Driven Development
- Learn how TDD improves code quality, documentation, and maintainability
- Write unit tests before implementation using modern testing frameworks
- Apply Agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and XP practices
- Integrate test automation into Agile development pipelines
- Implement red-green-refactor loops for iterative code refinement
- Manage Agile sprints, stand-ups, and retrospectives for effective delivery
- Combine TDD with pair programming and continuous integration
- Reduce technical debt through incremental design and testing
- Foster a test-first culture aligned with Agile principles
Duration
10 Days
Course content
Module 1: Foundations of Test-Driven Development
- What is TDD and why it matters in modern development
- The red-green-refactor cycle explained
- Comparison with traditional testing approaches
- Key myths and misconceptions about TDD
- Tooling and test environments setup
Module 2: Writing Effective Unit Tests
- Anatomy of a good unit test
- Test coverage, assertions, and mocks
- Avoiding brittle and redundant tests
- Organizing test suites and files
- Frameworks: JUnit, Mocha, PyTest, RSpec, etc.
Module 3: Red-Green-Refactor in Practice
- Starting with failing tests
- Making tests pass with minimal code
- Refactoring safely with test coverage
- Identifying smells in test and production code
- TDD for backend and frontend logic
Module 4: Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Integration Testing
- Difference between BDD and TDD
- Writing test specifications with Gherkin
- Tools: Cucumber, SpecFlow, Jasmine
- Validating user behavior through acceptance tests
- Testing across services and APIs
Module 5: Agile Methodologies in Software Development
- Overview of Agile values and principles
- Scrum vs. Kanban vs. XP
- Agile ceremonies and roles
- Defining sprints, stories, and estimation
- Managing backlogs and technical debt
Module 6: TDD in Agile Sprints and Planning
- TDD during planning, development, and review phases
- How to align testing goals with sprint objectives
- Integrating test stories into the product backlog
- Pair programming and test pairing in sprints
- Demoing features through acceptance criteria
Module 7: Test Automation and Continuous Integration
- Automated test execution pipelines
- Git hooks, CI tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
- Ensuring build quality with testing gates
- Triggering tests on pull requests and merges
- Parallel testing and performance metrics
Module 8: Mocking, Stubbing, and Isolation Techniques
- Creating test doubles for external dependencies
- Testing in isolation vs. in context
- Controlling time, randomness, and external APIs
- Mocking libraries and service virtualization
- Keeping test suites fast and reliable
Module 9: Refactoring Legacy Code with TDD
- Identifying legacy code patterns
- Writing characterization tests
- Safely introducing tests to untested code
- Breaking dependencies for testability
- Incremental refactor with confidence
Module 10: Test-First Design Patterns and Anti-Patterns
- Designing code for testability
- Common TDD pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Patterns like Test Data Builders and Fake Objects
- Anti-patterns: over-mocking, test silos, flaky tests
- Scaling TDD in large applications
Module 11: Metrics and Continuous Improvement in Agile Testing
- Measuring velocity, cycle time, and lead time
- Code coverage vs. meaningful testing
- Defect detection rates and test ROI
- Retrospective-driven improvements
- Leveraging feedback loops
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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