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Software quality needs to be a continuous process
By implementing a system that helps the development team build quality and security into the software, you reduce defects early and avoid having to make costly, time-consuming repairs later. Tip
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spaghetti code
Spaghetti code is a derogatory term for computer programming that is unnecessarily convoluted, and particularly programming code that uses frequent branching from one section of code to another. Definition
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Quality standards don't always mean fewer defects
Are low defect rates more important than quality standards? Project management expert David Christiansen discusses when standards shouldn't be enforced and how managers can understand the distinction between quality standards and quality software. Ask the Expert
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Countermeasures to e-voting security flaws
Election security researcher Eric Lazarus and computer security expert Steven Spoonamore explain what can be done to eliminate e-voting security flaws. Article
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E-voting machines still vulnerable in 2008
Security researchers have concluded that e-voting machines are vulnerable to serious attacks. However, safeguards can be enacted to offset these risks. Article
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A software quality crisis is brewing
A large number of companies reportedly have little regard for the quality of their software. This must change, says Colin Armitage. Column
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Manage component dependencies for improved system quality
Too much coupling of code within a system makes the system hard to understand, integrate, extend, and test. By managing dependencies via 3NF, for example, you can prevent such problems, as well as allow for agility. Kevlin Henney explains what depend... Article
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Strong software QA has theoretical, technical aspects
In a software organization, QA professionals need to embody both the technical "doer" and theoretical "thinker" mentality in order to be well-rounded and successful. Column
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Software quality best practices
We recently offered our readers the opportunity to blog about software quality and software testing. We've gathered a selection of content from their blogs on software quality best practices. Blog
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Automated tool offers improved project risk assessment
CAST's Application Intelligence Platform 6.2 features advanced analytics, integration with third-party code analyzers, CAST's new "Action Plan" feature, as well as expanded rules coverage. Article