As software engineering moves into its fourth decade of existence,it suffers from many of the strengths and some of the frailties that are experienced by humans of the same age.The innocence and enthusiasm of its early years have been replaced by more reasonable expectations fostered by years of experience.Software engineering approaches its midlife with many accomplishments,but with significant work yet to do.Today,it is recognized as a legitimate discipline,one worthy of serious research,conscientious study,and tumultuous debate.Throughout the industry,"software engineer"has replaced"programmer"as the job title of preference.Software process models,software engineering methods,and software tools have been adopted successfully across abroad spectrum of industry applications.Managers and practitioners alike recognize the need for amore disciplined approach to software.

PREFACE

PART ONE THE PRODUCT AND THE PROCESS

CHAPTER 1 THE PRODUCT

CHAPTER 2 THE PROCESS

PART TWO MANAGING SOFTWARE PROJECTS

CHAPTER 3 PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS

CHAPTER 4 SOFTWARE PROCESS AND PROJECT METRICS

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PART THREE CONVENTIONAL METHODS FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

CHAPTER 10 SYSTEM ENGINEERING

CHAPTER 11 ANALYSIS CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES

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PART FOUR OBJECT-ORIENTED SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

CHAPTER 19 OBJECT-ORIENTED CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES

CHAPTER 20 OBJECT-ORIENTED ANALYSIS

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PART FIVE ADVANCED TOPICS IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

CHAPTER 24 FORMAL METHODS

CHAPTER 25 CLEANROOM SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

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INDEX

The majority of software developers still do not measure,and sadly,most have little desire to begin.