Sprint #1
Sprint Timeline: Aug 31 - Sept 11, 2026
| Task | Due Date | Where |
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ASAP |
Anvil |
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Wed, Sept 9, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ET |
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Wed, Sept 16, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ET |
Mon, Sept 7, 2026 (Labor Day) - no Corporate Partner meetings/classes
Sprint Tasks
✓ GitHub on Anvil (Setting up ssh keys)
Why: SSH keys allow GitHub to securely verify your identity and enable you to push, pull, and collaborate on your team’s repository directly from Anvil. Completing this setup early helps avoid authentication and access issues later in the semester. This setup is required for projects that use GitHub repositories managed through Anvil.
What: Follow the instructions in the GitHub Anvil Guide. There is nothing to submit for this item.
When: As soon as possible!
✓ Professional Development
The Data Mine Corporate Partners program is a professional development program. We want to help you develop the skills you need to be successful in your career. We will have a variety of professional development activities throughout the semester.
Each sprint you will complete a few professional development related tasks. To begin, let’s review resumes, virtual meeting expectations, email communications and time management. Please note the combined topic-tasks below pertain to one assignment in Gradescope, called Sprint 1: Professional Development.
When: Professional Development Due on Gradescope by Wed, Sept 9, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ET. Late work will not be accepted.
1. Resume Update
Why: Updating your resume is crucial for career fairs because it ensures that your most recent accomplishments, skills, and experiences are highlighted. Presenting a polished resume at the Career Fair will help you get your dream internship/job and make a strong impression on potential employers.
What:
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Review the resume tips in the CCO’s handbook. Make sure to look at the sample resumes on pages 30-36.
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Use the tips you learned to improve to your resume. Include your experience in The Data Mine using these resume and LinkedIn guidelines.
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Don’t have a Resume? Use Ramped Career to generate resume.
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Have your resume reviewed with one of the options below: (optional but recommended)
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Schedule an appointment at the CCO via BoilerConnect (limited availability, Purdue students only).
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Upload your resume.
2. Virtual Meeting Expectations
Why: The Data Mine Corporate Partners students meet with their Corporate Partner Mentors online via Microsoft Teams every week. Being able to conduct yourself professionally in a virtual setting is an important skill for students to develop in The Data Mine.
What: Please read and watch the video Online Meeting "Net-etiquette" and take the quiz in Gradescope.
Email Communication
Why: Effective email communication is crucial in today’s professional world. Mastering this skill enhances productivity, demonstrates professionalism, and can significantly impact your career success. By learning how to write clear, concise, and professional emails, you can build stronger relationships with colleagues, mentors, and potential employers. This skill is essential for networking, job applications, and maintaining effective communication in any professional setting.
What: Read the following article on How to Write a Formal Email (5 minutes).
3. Time Management
Why: Learning about different time management techniques and effectively incorporating them into you everyday routine helps you optimize your productivity, reduce stress, and achieve a better work-life balance. By understanding various techniques, you can find the methods that work best for your personal and professional needs. What: You have the option to read about or watch the videos about the following 3 Time Management Techniques. Then, answer the reflection question in Gradescope.
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Time Blocking: Watch Time Blocking Video or read Time Blocking Article.
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The Pomodoro Method: Watch Pomodoro Video or read Pomodoro Article.
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Eat the Frog: Watch Eat the Frog Video or read Eat the Frog Article.
✓ Sprint Report
why: The Sprint Report is part of your grade and helps you reflect on your past work. It also gives you the chance to step back, recognize your impact, and track your growth as a teammate and professional. Each section is designed to help you think about your role, your progress, and how you are applying professional skills in a real project setting.
What: For Sprint #1, your report has two parts:
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Self-Evaluation - evaluate your presence, contributions, and collaboration using the provided rubrics, and justify your choices.
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Reflection - connect your experiences from this sprint to project practices and the program.
When: Sprint Report #1 Due on Gradescope by Wed, Sept 16, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ET. Late work will not be accepted.