Analyst programmer training

Lesson 1 • Core Programming Concepts

Introduces variables, control flow, and data structures as universal programming building blocks. Grounds learners before language-specific syntax is introduced.

Lesson 2 • Development Environment Setup

Guides configuration of IDEs, version control, and local toolchains. Ensures every learner has a functional workspace before writing production code.

Lesson 3 • The Analyst Programmer Role

Defines responsibilities bridging business analysis and software development. Sets context for all subsequent technical and analytical skills in the course.

Lesson 1 • Functional and Non-Functional Requirements

Distinguishes functional behaviour from quality attributes such as performance and security. Teaches precise specification writing to prevent downstream defects.

Lesson 2 • Elicitation Techniques

Covers interviews, workshops, observation, and surveys as primary elicitation methods. Connects technique selection to stakeholder type and project context.

Lesson 3 • Requirements Documentation and Traceability

Produces structured requirement specifications and traceability matrices. Links each requirement to design and test artifacts for full lifecycle coverage.

Lesson 1 • UML Structural Diagrams

Teaches class, component, and deployment diagrams for static system structure. Provides the structural blueprint developers use during coding and integration.

Lesson 2 • Data Modeling and Entity Relationships

Constructs entity-relationship diagrams and logical data models. Ensures data structures align with business rules before database implementation begins.

Lesson 3 • UML Behavioral Diagrams

Covers use case, sequence, and activity diagrams to model dynamic system behaviour. Connects behavioural models to requirements documented in the previous chapter.

Lesson 1 • Unit Testing and Test-Driven Development

Writes unit tests before and alongside code using TDD principles. Establishes a safety net that supports refactoring and continuous integration pipelines.

Lesson 2 • Code Review and Refactoring

Conducts structured peer reviews and applies refactoring patterns to improve existing code. Reinforces clean code principles through iterative improvement practice.

Lesson 3 • Clean Code Principles

Applies naming conventions, function design, and comment standards to improve readability. Directly reduces maintenance cost and onboarding time for new team members.

Lesson 1 • SOLID Design Principles

Applies the five SOLID principles to evaluate and improve class designs. Reduces coupling and increases cohesion in systems built throughout the course.

Lesson 2 • Creational and Structural Patterns

Implements factory, singleton, adapter, and decorator patterns with code examples. Provides reusable solutions to recurring object creation and composition problems.

Lesson 3 • Behavioral Patterns and Pattern Selection

Covers observer, strategy, command, and template method patterns. Teaches criteria for selecting the right pattern given specific design constraints.

Lesson 1 • Relational Database Fundamentals

Covers tables, keys, constraints, and relational integrity rules. Provides the conceptual foundation required before writing any SQL statements.

Lesson 2 • SQL Data Manipulation Language

Teaches SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE with filtering and sorting. Enables learners to perform all standard data operations against relational databases.

Lesson 3 • Stored Procedures and Transactions

Writes stored procedures, functions, and transaction blocks for data integrity. Connects database programming to application-layer logic developed in earlier chapters.

Lesson 1 • API Documentation and Contracts

Produces machine-readable API specifications and interactive documentation. Enables consumer teams to integrate without direct developer support.

Lesson 2 • API Authentication and Security

Implements token-based authentication, authorisation scopes, and rate limiting. Connects API security to the non-functional requirements defined in earlier chapters.

Lesson 3 • REST API Design Principles

Applies resource naming, HTTP methods, and status codes to design consistent APIs. Establishes conventions that improve developer experience and reduce integration errors.

Lesson 1 • Backlog Management and Prioritisation

Writes and refines user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria for sprint readiness. Connects requirements skills from Chapter 2 to agile delivery workflows.

Lesson 2 • Mentoring and Knowledge Transfer

Applies coaching, pair programming, and documentation practices to grow team capability. Establishes the analyst programmer as a technical leader beyond individual contribution.

Lesson 3 • Agile Frameworks and Ceremonies

Covers Scrum and Kanban structures including sprints, standups, and retrospectives. Positions the analyst programmer as an active contributor within agile teams.