Function Point Analysis: Measurement Practices for Successful Software Projects (Addison-Wesley Information Technology Series)
Language: English
Published by Addison-Wesley Professional, 2000
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- Title
- Function Point Analysis: Measurement Practices for Successful Software Projects (Addison-Wesley Information Technology Series)
- Author
- Garmus, David; Herron, David
- Publisher
- Addison-Wesley Professional
- Publication year
- 2000
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0201699443
- ISBN 13
- 9780201699449
This is the first in-depth software measurement guide focused entirely on the #1 technique for evaluating software productivity and quality: function point analysis. Written for both seasoned practitioners and newcomers, it reflects the latest standards defined by the International Function Point User Group (IFPUG), and presents realistic techniques for analyzing any type of software -- including graphical, object-oriented, Web and client/server applications. It also offers comprehensive preparation for the IFPUG CFPS certification exam. Coverage includes: all rules and guidelines prescribed by IFPUG's Counting Practices Manual 4.1; practical guidance on baselining and estimating; advanced counting techniques for contemporary distributed development environments; and using function point data to manage software development more effectively. The book presents extensive examples, case studies, and scenarios, and reviews repository and estimating tools that can streamline function point analysis. For every IT manager, project manager, software developer and engineer, and for any professional concerned with the measurement of software quality and productivity.
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About the Author
David Garmus is President of IFPUG and a member of the Counting Practices Committee. He is an authority in sizing, as well as measurement and estimation of software application development and maintenance. He is a principal of The David Consulting Group, which delivers solutions for today's business problems and tomorrow's technology requirements. With David Herron he wrote Measuring the Software Process (Prentice-Hall, 1995).
David Herron is Chair of the IFPUG Management Reporting Committee and a member of the IT Performance Committee. He is an authority in using metrics to monitor the impact of IT on the business, in advancing organizations to higher quality levels, and in governing outsourcing contracts. He is a principal of The David Consulting Group, which delivers solutions for today's business problems and tomorrow's technology requirements. With David Garmus he wrote Measuring the Software Process (Prentice-Hall, 1995).
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