Software Engineering : Theory and Practice

Pfleeger, Shari L.

ISBN 10: 013624842X / ISBN 13: 9780136248422

Published by Prentice Hall PTR, 1998

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Synopsis:

Appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate introductory software engineering courses.

This introduction to software engineering and practice addresses both procedural and object-oriented development. It applies concepts consistently to two common examples―a typical information system and a real-time system. Features an abundance of case studies and examples from the current literature. A variety of additional resources are available via the text's Prentice Hall Catalog Web page.

From the Back Cover:

This thorough book blends concepts with real, practical applications by providing an abundance of examples.

Dr. Pfleeger applies state-of-the-art software engineering methods consistently to two case studies that are integrated throughout: a realistic information system and a requirements rich real-time system.

• NEW ―Chapter 6: Considering Objects―
  Significantly expands the coverage of object-oriented development, a programming perspective being implemented by many companies.
• NEW ―Chapter 14: The Future of Software Engineering―
  Discussion of the importance of technology transfer and the role of decision-making in software engineering.
• NEW ―Term Project―This hands-on project weaves the concepts of the book into a tangible example.

The author applies concepts to real world settings at the macro level for development teams and at the micro level for individual developers.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Software Engineering : Theory and Practice
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st.