Course Outline
Open Source Project Management Landscape
- Evolution of project management tools
- Taiga: Agile-focused development platform
- OpenProject: Comprehensive enterprise solution
- Focalboard: Flexible task and Kanban management
- Other alternatives: Redmine, Tuleap, Wekan
Platform Evaluation and Selection
- Feature comparison with Jira and Asana
- Support for Agile vs. traditional methodologies
- Scalability and performance considerations
- Differences in licensing and support models
- Total cost of ownership analysis
Taiga Deployment and Configuration
- Architecture and system requirements
- Docker-based installation
- Setting up Scrum and Kanban boards
- Managing user stories, sprints, and backlogs
- Utilizing Wiki and documentation features
OpenProject Deployment and Features
- Installation options (Docker, package, manual)
- Work package types and custom fields
- Gantt charts and timeline views
- Cost tracking and budgeting
- Multi-project and portfolio management
Focalboard Deployment and Usage
- Personal vs. team server modes
- Board templates and customization
- Properties, filters, and views
- Import and export capabilities
- Integration with Mattermost
User Management and Permissions
- Configuring role-based access control
- Integrating with LDAP and SAML
- Managing team and project membership
- Guest access and external collaboration
- Customizing permission granularity
Integration and Automation
- Git repository integration
- Connecting CI/CD pipelines
- Setting up notifications via Slack/Teams/Rocket.Chat
- Email integration and ticketing
- Using REST API and webhooks
Customization and Extensibility
- Creating custom fields and work package types
- Theming and branding options
- Exploring plugin and module ecosystems
- Customizing workflows
- Configuring reporting and dashboards
Migration from Jira/Asana
- Data export formats and compatibility
- Mapping projects, issues, and workflows
- User training and change management
- Developing phased migration strategies
- Planning for rollback and parallel operation options
Operations and Maintenance
- Backup and disaster recovery procedures
- Upgrade strategies and version management
- Performance monitoring and tuning
- Evaluating community and commercial support options
Summary and Implementation Roadmap
Requirements
- Familiarity with project management methodologies
- Basic experience in Linux server administration
- Understanding of agile and traditional project management practices
Target Audience
- Project Management Office (PMO) Leaders
- IT Infrastructure and DevOps Teams
- Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters
- Software Development Managers
Testimonials (3)
She was very well verse with the material. Very nice, engaging. She always pauses to ask if there are questions or clarifications.
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