Bringing Real Value to a Customer in the Marine Industry: Splended and Witted Team Up for Hands-On Python Learning
Client
A Customer in the Marine Industry
Fusion companies involved
Splended,
Witted
The beef
Coaching: Python
Approach
Fusion company Splended is committed to deliver top-notch experiences, as demonstrated by their recent collaboration with Witted. Partnering with industry expert Daniel Vahla, already working as a consultant for their customer in the marine industry, together they rolled out three hands-on, data-driven Python learning experiences that delivered real value to over 50 participants in three cohorts.
A Data-Driven Approach from Start to Finish
The learning process was designed to follow a data-driven approach, ensuring that from the initial planning stages to the final retrospectives, every decision was backed by insights and real-time feedback. This method ensured that the teams’ progression was not only tracked but also optimized based on their needs.
Sprints That Worked
Despite the short duration, the sprint sessions were highly effective. Daniel Vahla led three 3-hour sprint sessions online, bringing together a well-structured blend of learning, doing, and reflecting. The pace was quick, but the experience was carefully managed to maintain engagement.
At first, the teams were understandably overwhelmed—Python was new territory for many—but as they dove into the tasks, guided by Daniel’s hands-on coaching style, they quickly gained confidence.
Solution
From Learning to Doing: A Hands-On Experience
One of the key aspects that made this cooperation so successful was the hands-on approach. Daniel did not simply lecture or provide the answers on a silver platter. Instead, he worked side-by-side with the teams, engaging in parallel coding to ensure they gained practical experience. As the coach “showed and told,” the participants followed along, actively coding in Python from the outset.
Breaking the content into manageable chunks helped the teams grasp the concepts without feeling overwhelmed. Daniel structured the learning in such a way that each section built on the previous one, allowing the teams to progressively apply their newly gained knowledge.
Teams Finish Strong with an End-to-End Project
By the end of the sessions, the teams were developing a mini-project, using company’s own APIs. Such practice is highly valuable in API-centric company.The new knowledge wasn’t just theoretical—it was put into practice immediately, and the benefits were felt all around the business.
A Retrospective for Growth
The sprint series culminated in a retrospective, giving everyone the opportunity to reflect on what they had learned, how they could apply their new skills, and how they could improve in the future. This critical step allowed teams to consolidate their gains and understand the broader impact of the learning experience. The instructor provided encouragement in his closing words, inviting the participants to continue their learning by applying the toolset they had gained.
Final Thoughts: Building Skills That Last
Splended’s cooperation with Witted and Daniel Vahla is a shining example of what happens when you bring together industry expertise, a data-driven approach, and hands-on learning. By focusing on practical application, rather than just watching or listening, the teams were able to acquire practical Python skills that are already making a difference.
True learning happens when theory is put into practice. This initiative has demonstrated that not only can teams tackle new challenges, but they can also emerge stronger, more skilled, and more confident.
Stay tuned for more exciting partnerships and learning opportunities from Splended as they continue to lead the way in data-driven, hands-on learning experiences!
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