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Spiral Acquisition of Software-Intensive Systems of Systems
( PDF 159KB) by Dr. Barry Boehm, A. Winsor Brown, Dr. Victor Basili, and Dr. Richard Turner These authors discuss the benefits that software provides to network-centric and
knowledge-based systems of systems, and how the Win-Win Spiral model mitigates
software-intensive system risks. |
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Software Engineering Technology |
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Advanced Software Technologies for Protecting America
( PDF 367KB) by Gregory S. Shelton, Randy Case, Louis P. DiPalma, and Dan Nash This article explains how model-driven computing, reference architectures, and
supporting technology enablers are being integrated to develop robust systems
that are key to America's defense. |
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Bridging Agile and Traditional Development Methods:A Project Management Perspective
( PDF 133KB) by Paul E. McMahon Using actual project experience, this article will help you understand the risks, issues, and success strategies
inherent when combining agile methods with traditional development processes. |
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Understanding Software Requirements Using Pathfinder Networks
( PDF 273KB) by Udai K. Kudikyala and Dr. Rayford B. Vaughn Jr.
This article reports on a technique that uses pathfinder networks to discover and evaluate mental models
that represent stakeholders'perception of requirements. |
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Efficient and Effective Testing of Multiple COTS-Intensive Systems
( PDF 120KB) by Dr. Richard Bechtold This author explains how to analyze, prioritize, plan, and manage the testing of commercial
off-the-shelf-intensive systems. |
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Open Forum |
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Risk Factor: Confronting the Risks That Impact Software Project Success
( PDF 118KB) by Theron R. Leishman and Dr. David A. Cook These authors explain what risk management is, and then discuss some common developmental risks. |
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Departments |
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