Perfect 🚀 Let’s build a 30-day roadmap to learn SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) in a
structured way. This plan assumes you’re starting fresh but want to become certification-ready
(e.g., Leading SAFe – SAFe Agilist) by the end of the month.
📅 30-Day SAFe Learning Roadmap
Week 1 – Foundations (Days 1–7)
🎯 Goal: Understand the basics of SAFe and Agile at scale.
Day 1–2:
o Visit the SAFe website → Explore the Big Picture.
o Read “Introduction to SAFe” article.
o Watch a YouTube intro: “What is SAFe?” (Scaled Agile channel).
Day 3–4:
o Refresh Agile & Lean basics (Scrum, Kanban, Lean principles).
o Recommended: Agile Manifesto + short Scrum Guide review.
Day 5–6:
o Read first chapters of SAFe 5.0 Distilled.
o Focus on: Core Values, Lean-Agile Mindset, SAFe Principles.
Day 7:
o Self-check: Create a simple mind map of SAFe’s 7 Core Competencies.
Week 2 – Core Elements (Days 8–14)
🎯 Goal: Learn the roles, events, and artifacts in SAFe.
Day 8–9:
o Study Team Level: Agile Teams, Scrum Master, Product Owner.
o Compare with standard Scrum.
Day 10–11:
o Study Program Level: Agile Release Train (ART), PI Planning, RTE role.
o Watch SAFe PI Planning demo (YouTube).
Day 12–13:
o Study Large Solution & Portfolio Level (if relevant).
o Focus on Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) and value streams.
Day 14:
o Quiz yourself: “Explain SAFe to a friend in 5 minutes.”
o Write short notes on each level (Team, Program, Portfolio).
Week 3 – Practical Application (Days 15–21)
🎯 Goal: See how SAFe works in real life.
Day 15–16:
o Read chapters in SAFe 5.0 Distilled on Implementation Roadmap.
o Watch case studies (Scaled Agile YouTube).
Day 17–18:
o Study metrics & flow: WSJF (Weighted Shortest Job First), OKRs in SAFe.
o Practice sample WSJF prioritization with a real example.
Day 19–20:
o Explore DevOps & Continuous Delivery Pipeline in SAFe.
o Read: SAFe for DevOps Practitioners (selected sections).
Day 21:
o Mock exercise: Run a mini-PI Planning simulation (on paper or with a tool like
Jira).
Week 4 – Certification & Mastery (Days 22–30)
🎯 Goal: Get ready for SAFe certification (SAFe Agilist) or practical application.
Day 22–23:
o Review SAFe Reference Guide (optional but useful).
o Focus on principles, roles, and events.
Day 24–25:
o Take practice quizzes online (search “Leading SAFe sample questions”).
o Identify weak areas (Portfolio, LPM, ART, etc.).
Day 26–27:
o Join a Leading SAFe training course (official or Udemy for prep).
o Watch recorded webinars or join SAFe community discussions.
Day 28–29:
o Do a full mock exam (many training providers offer them).
o Revise your notes, focus on mistakes.
Day 30:
o Final review of the SAFe Big Picture.
o Take certification exam (if enrolled). 🎓
✅ Key Study Materials
SAFe 5.0 Distilled (Knaster & Leffingwell).
Scaled Agile Framework Website.
YouTube: Scaled Agile channel + PI Planning simulations.
Practice exams from training providers.
⚡ By the end of 30 days, you should:
Understand all SAFe levels & principles.
Be able to explain PI Planning, ARTs, LPM.
Be exam-ready for SAFe Agilist (SA) certification.
Would you like me to also create a visual 30-day study calendar (like a printable roadmap
chart) so you can track progress day by day?