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Using Agile to Aid International Communication
Collaborating with groups internationally can be challenging due to time zones and distances. Discover how our team used agile methods to successfully collaborate with the Center for Open Science (USA), why it worked and learn some techniques for using Agile in your own projects.
Free Agile Project Management Training
The Research IT Agile Methods Working Group within our Research Software Engineering (RSE) department, in collaboration with University College London (UCL), has secured funding from DisCouRSE Network+ to deliver free Agile project management training to digital research technical professionals (dRTPs) across N8 universities (including the University of Manchester) and UCL.
Expanding Agile Training Beyond RSE
Our Research Software Engineering (RSE) department has launched a new Agile learning pathway designed for both technical and non-technical dRTPs — Agile Fundamentals and GitHub Tooling for Agile courses — using LEGO, Minecraft, and collaborative GitHub exercises to build team collaboration, leadership, and practical agile project management skills.
Sprint Forward: Evolving Agile Practice for Research Software Engineers
The Agile Methods for RSEs training course has evolved into a hands-on, department-wide learning experience that combines real-world agile practice with tailored tools and team collaboration. The 2025 workshop introduced new GitHub features, structured challenges, and personalised facilitation, serving as a valuable onboarding and team-building event for new and returning RSEs.
The Great Scrum Switch Over
Following on from their blog back in March 2024, Senior RSE Ann Gledson and Head of RSE Adrian Harwood reflect on the Agile Methods for RSEs training course and the implementation of a version of scrum for all RSE projects.
A Meeting of Agile Minds
The second meeting of the Manchester Research Software community featured two presentations: the first on the use of agile practices in research software; and one on the recently launched University instance of GitHub Enterprise. The presentations are now available to the University research community.
Agile Methods for RSEs
The first half of 2024 will see our Research Software Engineers (RSEs) collectively upskill their approach to project and service management through a combination of internal and external training. Read on to find out more.