Certified SAFe® Agile Software Engineer (ASE)

• Section 1: Fundamentals of Agile Software Engineering
• Section 2: Linking Principles and Practices to Quality Integration
• Section 3: Enhancing Flow Efficiency
• Section 4: Implementing Purposeful Architecture
• Section 5: Adopting a Test-First Approach
• Section 6: Elucidating User Story Details
• Section 7: Fostering Mutual Understanding via Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
• Section 8: Effective Communication through Modeling
• Section 9: Developing Systems with Emphasis on Code Quality
• Section 10: Developing Systems with a Focus on Design Quality
• Section 11: Quality-Centric Implementation Techniques

• Explain Agile Software Engineering, including its fundamental values, principles, and methodologies
• Implement the Test-First approach to synchronize testing with requirements
•  Foster a common understanding through Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)
• Enhance communication using Agile modeling techniques
• Design for testability with a context-oriented approach
• Develop applications emphasizing both code quality and design excellence
• Leverage testing infrastructure for effective automated testing
• Work collaboratively on deliberate architecture and spontaneous design
• Apply Lean-Agile Principles to enhance the value flow efficiency
• Develop a comprehensive Agile Software Engineering strategy

This course is primarily aimed at the technical members of an Agile Team, including developers and testers. However, it is also highly beneficial for Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Managers, and others with a less technical background, as it provides valuable insights into the development process, thereby enhancing team collaboration and effectiveness.

Participants who successfully pass the certification exam will be awarded:

•  A SAFe Agile Software Engineer certificate
• A digital badge for the SAFe Agile Software Engineer, to showcase their achievement online
• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Agile Software Engineer, including access to the ASE Community of Practice
• A guide on using the SAFe Agile Software Engineer certification, featuring ASE certification marks
• Access to a range of educational resources to assist certified professionals throughout their SAFe journey

Completing this course provides access to the examination and all pertinent study materials as part of the Learning Plan on the SAFe Community Platform.

•  Exam Name: SAFe® 5 Agile Software Engineer Exam
• Exam Format: Multiple Choice; Multiple Select
• Exam Mode: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, without external assistance, under timed conditions
• Exam Availability: Accessible on the SAFe Community Platform after completing the SAFe® 6 Agile Software Engineering course
• Exam Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours) to complete once started
• Number of Questions: 60
• Required Passing Score: 42 out of 60 (70%)
• Exam Language: English
• Retake Policy: Immediate second attempt allowed. A third attempt requires a 10-day wait, and a fourth attempt necessitates a 30-day wait.