Software development often snowballs into a crushing corporate expense, due to the complexity of predicting and estimating all the unknowns. Now, thanks to this unique book from one of the world's best-known software engineers, readers have access to the latest tools and guidance needed to estimate and measure costs accurately. Covers commercially available estimation tools, contract management, litigation concerns, and much more.
Though many books discuss software quality, this is the first book to integrate metrics with models and quality improvement strategies, and action plans with project experiences. Covering essential issues and techniques, Kan provides all the information needed to measure and improve the quality of the entire software development process from high-level to low-level design, and all phases of reliability.
Focusing on the common challenges in software development, this book addresses issues like scope creep, budget overruns, and poor quality. It offers technical solutions to transform detrimental practices into effective strategies, guiding readers toward improved project management and successful outcomes. By highlighting actionable methods, it aims to enhance the overall quality and efficiency of software development processes.