Mastering the Technical Project Manager’s Handbook
INTERACTIVE COURSE

Mastering the Technical Project Manager’s Handbook

Beginner

84 Lessons

12h

Certificate of Completion

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Mastering the Technical Project Manager’s Handbook

This course includes:

14 Quizzes
119 Illustrations

Takeaway Skills

A fundamental understanding of the Technical Program Manager’s role

An understanding of technical program management’s application to complex projects and programs

Proficiency in project and program management, including planning, risk assessment, and resource management

The ability to apply technical knowledge to decision-making in a technology-driven environment

Expertise in identifying, assessing, and managing risks, especially in technology-focused projects

A strategic awareness of various career pathways within the TPM field for professional growth

Course Overview

In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, mastering the Technical Program Manager (TPM) role is an essential career move for developers. This course delves into a TPM's critical functions, equipping you with the skills to excel in project and program management within the technology sector. In this course, you’ll embark on a structured journey that covers TPM from the ground up. We’ll start by establishing a solid foundation, ensuring you understand the modern TPM role and its significance. This knowledg...Show More

Course Content

1

Fundamentals of a Technical Program Manager

Understanding the Modern TPM
Learning the FundamentalsExploring What Makes a TPM Thrive
Comparing Adjacent Job FamiliesExploring Functional CompetenciesSummary: Fundamentals of a Technical Program ManagerQuiz: Fundamentals of a Technical Program Manager
2

Pillars of a Technical Program Manager

Understanding Project ManagementDiving into Program ManagementExploring the Technical ToolsetSummary: Pillars of a Technical Program ManagerQuiz: Pillars of a Technical Program Manager
3

Introduction to Program Management

Introducing the Mercury ProgramExamining the Program-Project IntersectionExploring the Management AreasSummary: Introduction to Program ManagementQuiz: Introduction to Program Management
4

Driving Towards Clarity

Clarifying Thoughts into PlansUsing Clarity in Key Management AreasRisk AssessmentStakeholders and CommunicationFinding Clarity in the Technical LandscapeSummary: Driving Towards ClarityQuiz: Driving Towards Clarity
5

Plan Management

Driving Clarity from Requirements to Planned WorkDiving Deep into the Project PlanAssembling the Project PlanWhen Planning Has to Be QuickPlanning Resources in a Technology LandscapeTooling for Resource PlanningExploring the Differences between a Project and a ProgramKnowing When to Define a ProgramSummary: Plan ManagementQuiz: Plan Management
6

Risk Management

7 Lessons

7

Stakeholder Management

7 Lessons

8

Managing a Program

5 Lessons

9

Career Paths

5 Lessons

10

The Technical Toolset

5 Lessons

11

Code Development Expectations

8 Lessons

12

System Design and Architectural Landscape

6 Lessons

13

Enhancing Management Using Your Technical Toolset

6 Lessons

14

Wrap Up

1 Lesson

COURSE AUTHOR
Packt

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