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About the Author - Abhay Talreja

About Abhay Talreja

Abhay is a seasoned Agile guru and a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and certified Professional Scrum Master (PSM) with over 15 years of experience in the software industry.

With over 15 years of experience in the software industry, Abhay has carved out a niche as a leading Agile coach and consultant.

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