Guide to Software Verification and Validation

Steven R. Rakitin

ISBN 10: 0890068895 / ISBN 13: 9780890068892

Published by Artech House Publishers, US, 1997

About this Item

This book highlights the advantages and disadvantages of various software development lifecycle models, and describes when to apply testing -- and when to use other, more cost-effective techniques. It also shows how to incorporate VandV techniques if your organization does not have a written procedure, and explains how to implement the inspection process.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Guide to Software Verification and Validation
• Publisher: Artech House Publishers, US
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0890068895
• ISBN 13: 9780890068892
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: Illustrated.
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book highlights the advantages and disadvantages of various software development lifecycle models, and describes when to apply testing -- and when to use other, more cost-effective techniques. It also shows how to incorporate V&V techniques if your organization does not have a written procedure, and explains how to implement the inspection process.

From the Author

An overview of current Software V&V techniques.
Book Description

This book provides techniques and up-to-date information to help develop economical, high quality software. It explains the advantages and disadvantages of various software development lifecycle models, and suggests when to apply testing and when to use other, more cost-effective techniques. It also shows how to incorporate verification and validation techniques if your organization does not have a written procedure, and how to implement the inspection process. Focusing on practical solutions and including useful models which can be modified to suit the reader, this is a handy reference for all software quality professionals.

About the Author

Steven R. Rakitin has 25 years experience as a software engineer and software quality manager in a broad range of industries. He received a BSEE from Northeastern University and an MSCS from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He has earned certifications from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) and Quality Auditor (CQA). He is a member of the IEEE Computer Society and the ASQ. He has written several papers on the subject of software quality and also teaches a course in Software V&V at Northeastern University. He consults with companies seeking to improve software quality and on time delivery.