A Practical Approach to Software Quality

Gerard O'Regan

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English

Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
13 June 2002

Computer hardware; Maintenance & repairs; Software Engineering

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the field and pragmatic guidance on the implementation of a sound quality system in the organization. It provides an enhanced knowledge of software inspections, metrics, process involvement, assessment of organization, problem solving, customer satisfaction surveys, the CMM, SPICE, and formal methods. Sample material on software inspections, metrics, and customer satisfaction can be adapted by readers to their respective organizations. In addition, readers will gain a detailed understanding of the principles of software quality management and software process improvement. Concepts can then be readily applied to assist improvement programs within organizations.

By: Gerard O'Regan
Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2002 ed.
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 643g
ISBN: 9780387953212
ISBN 10: 0387953213
Pages: 289
Publication Date: 13 June 2002
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Further / Higher Education , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1 Introduction to Software Quality.- 1.1 The Software Engineering Challenge.- 1.2 History of Software Failures.- 1.3 Background to Software Quality.- 1.4 History of Quality.- 1.5 Software Engineering.- 1.6 Modem Software Quality Management.- 1.7 Miscellaneous.- 1.8 Structure of This Book.- 2 Software Inspections and Testing.- 2.1 Overview Fagan Inspections.- 2.2 Software Inspection Methodology.- 2.3 E-Mail/Fax Reviews.- 2.4 Semi Formal Review Meeting.- 2.5 Fagan Inspection Methodology.- 2.6 Software Testing.- 2.7 Summary.- 3 The ISO 9000 Standard.- 3.1 Introduction.- 3.2 ISO 9000 1994 Version.- 3.3 ISO 9000:2000 Version.- 3.4 Implementing ISO 9000:2000.- 3.6 ISO 9000 Certification Process.- 3.7 Summary.- 3.5 ISO 9000 and Improvement.- 4 The Capability Maturity Model.- 4.1 Introduction.- 4.2 Overview of CMM.- 4.3 CMM Architecture.- 4.4 CMM Maturity Levels.- 4.5 Implementing the CMM.- 4.6 CMM Internal Assessments.- 4.7 External CMM Assessments.- 4.8 CMM Worldwide Maturity.- 4.9 CMMI Project.- 4.10 Summary.- 5 The SPICE (15504) Standard.- 5.1 Introduction.- 5.2 Overview of SPICE.- 5.3 Process Management.- 5.4 SPICE Reference Model.- 5.5 SPICE Processes.- 5.6 The Exemplar Model.- 5.7 SPICE Assessment.- 5.8 Process Capability Determination.- 5.9 SPICE and Process Improvement.- 5.10 The Implementation of SPICE.- 5.11 SPICE A Critical Analysis.- 5.12 Summary.- 6 Metrics and Problem Solving.- 6.1 Introduction.- 6.2 The Goal Question Metric Paradigm.- 6.3 The Balanced Scorecard.- 6.4 Metrics for an Organization.- 6.5 Implementing a Metrics Program.- 6.6 Problem-Solving Techniques.- 6.7 Summary.- 7 Formal Methods and Design.- 7.1 Introduction.- 7.2 Software Configuration Management.- 7.3 Unified Modeling Language.- 7.4 Software Usability.- 7.5 Formal Methods.- 7.6 Summary.- References.

Reviews for A Practical Approach to Software Quality

"""Since software quality assurance is still an issue in software organizations, a deep understanding of the subject itself, as well as of methods for effectively implementing software quality, is crucial for both software managers and practitioners. Comprehensive books like this one can help readers to get into the field. However, O¿Regan¿s book is more than just an introduction. It also serves as a good reference for people who want to step into the subject practically, and for those who want to find out about the quality measures that could best fit their organizations...I recommend this book to those interested in learning how software quality helps increase software companies¿ productivity."" --Computing Reviews"