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SAFe for Architects

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SAFe for Architects provides guidance for architects looking to thrive in an agile environment. It covers how architects can participate in Agile Release Trains, collaborate cross-functionally with agile teams, take an iterative approach to architecture, and enable decentralized decision-making. This page discusses the architect's role in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), the key skills and mindsets required, and how architects can maintain architectural integrity and provide technical leadership while supporting faster delivery. Learn how SAFe enables architects to continue performing critical duties in an agile enterprise.need to align architecture with business value. You’ll understand how system, solution, and enterprise architects collaboratively deliver architectural solutions. And you’ll get the guidance and tools you need to work effectively in re mote environments with distributed teams.

Brief Description:


The SAFe for Architects course equips architects with the knowledge and tools to deliver value and align architecture with business priorities. Architects learn how to collaborate with product managers and release train engineers to guide agile release trains and enable continuous flow.

The course covers scaling agile architecture, incorporating lean-agile mindset, working with architectural epics and features, building communities of practice, applying proven patterns, using metrics effectively, documenting decisions, integrating with DevOps, and mapping architectural value streams. Architects will gain the context to provide architectural solutions, work remotely with distributed teams, build architectural runway, improve continuously, and thrive within the Scaled Agile Framework.

SAFe® for Architects answers the questions:

  • How do I plan for and execute a program increment (PI)?

  • How do I plan the architectural runway to consistently deliver business value?

  • How do I create clarity and visibility into the architectural vision for an ART?

What's Included:

  • Course materials

  • Remote learning via SAFe® Virtual Classrooms

  • Access to SAFe® Collaborate, a visual online workspace

  • One-year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform

  • Access to content, tools, and resources you need to practice SAFe every day

  • SAFe Architect certification exam

Attendees learn:

  • How to develop and communicate the architectural vision.

  •  How to develop solution vision, intent, and roadmaps.

  •  How to prepare and deliver software effectively and continuously.

  •  How to lead and coach architects and team members during PI Planning and execution.

Career Path

SAFe Scrum Master Badge

Scrum Master

SAFe Advanced Scrum Master Badge

Advanced Scrum Master

Release Train Engineer Badge

Release Train Engineer

SAFe Program Consultant Badge

SAFe Program Consultant

Becoming a SAFe® Architect requires an exceptional range of skills and is a career path for many servant leaders. Certification includes:

  • Certified SAFe for Architects PDF certificate

  • Certified SAFe for Architects digital badge to promote your accomplishment online

  • One-year membership to the SAFe Community Platform, which includes access to the ARCH Community of Practice

  • Access to Meetup groups and events that connect you with other certified SAFe professionals

  • A variety of learning resources to support you during your SAFe journey

  • Professional Development Units & Scrum Education Units

Exam Study Guide: ARCH 5.1 - SAFe for Architects

Requirements :-

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  • Review and acceptance of the Candidate Agreement are required to start the exam

  • Exam functionality instructions are provided following the Candidate Agreement

Exam Format :-

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  • Questions are structured in a multiple choice, single select format

  • Exams are timed and the timer is displayed once questions are presented

  • Exams will be submitted when the timer ends, regardless of the number of questions answered

  • Scores are calculated by the number of correctly answered questions

  • Unanswered questions will be marked as incorrect

  • “Submit” button ends the exam and a score will be calculated

Practice Test :-

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  • Format reflects the same number of questions, level of difficulty, timebox, and domain areas as the exam

  • Unlimited attempts

  • Passing the practice test does not guarantee passing the exam and is provided as a preparation resource

Exam Details :-

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  • Duration : 90 minutes

  • Number of Questions : 45

  • Passing Score : 32/45 (71%)

  • Competency level : Foundational difficulty; Competent; some knowledge or experience; can perform tasks with assistance

  • Question format : Multiple choice (one answer) or multiple select (2-3 answers)

  • Delivery : Web-based, closed book, no outside assistance

  • Access : Learning Plan (after course completion)

  • Languages offered : English

  • Cost : The first attempt is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake or attempt past the 30-day window is $50

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*Details are subject to change at any time

Domain :-

Agile Architecture and SAFe (8%) 

Topics

  • Identify attributes of Agile Architecture

  • Explain the SAFe Architect role and associated responsibilities

  • Demonstrate collaboration with other Enterprise roles

  • Architect using SAFe principles

Testimonials

David Kogane

​Great SAFe POPM course - Varun was very attentive to the pace and answered all our questions asked. Learned a lot.
Good pointers given.
Thank you Varun
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