June 2008
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June 09, 2008
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Jun'08
CMM founder: Focus on the product to improve quality
Bill Curtis, co-author of the Capability Maturity Model (CMM), previously spoke about the history of quality efforts. Now we pick up with what he says development groups should do now: Focusing on the architectural/quality attributes of a system so ... Continue Reading
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June 09, 2008
09
Jun'08
Even Shatner says development needs to be flexible
People praise Agile development processes for their flexibility, but practitioners must also be flexible when implementing Agile. Select practices that solve the problem at hand. Continue Reading
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June 09, 2008
09
Jun'08
Application security careers have bright future
Application security expert Dan Cornell explains why companies are taking a greater interest in incorporating security into the SDLC, and how this trend affects those breaking into the software security field. Continue Reading
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June 09, 2008
09
Jun'08
Ruby on Rails security audit service available
Relevance, a Ruby on Rails software development practice, recently launched its Rails Security Audit. The service helps companies identify security vulnerabilities in Rails apps. Continue Reading
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June 06, 2008
06
Jun'08
CMMI: Good process doesn't always lead to good quality
Having a process such as CMMI in place doesn't guarantee quality software or systems, says Bill Curtis, co-author of the Capability Maturity Model (CMM). You can still have defects. Continue Reading
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June 06, 2008
06
Jun'08
Regression test cases in safety-critical software
When writing test cases for regression testing in safety-critical software, it is important to consider all angles. Expert Baher Malek outlines what testers should include in these essential software tests. Continue Reading
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June 06, 2008
06
Jun'08
Trust on a global scale
Globalization and the transparency of the Internet may lead to trickery and mediocrity, argues project management expert Bas de Baar. If reputations are known worldwide, then many people will either lie or avoid risk altogether. Continue Reading
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June 03, 2008
03
Jun'08
IBM announces collaborative SDLC initiative, Jazz product suite
IBM rolled out parts of its Jazz platform for developer collaboration and also disclosed an emerging effort to connect diverse development tools using REST-based data integrations at the IBM Rational conference. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
Beyond 'Just Do It': Manager's guide to completing projects
Once a project is in motion, many things can slow it down -- feature creep, project changes, poor team dynamics. Michelle LaBrosse explains how to eliminate such problems. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
The Software Project Manager's Bridge to Agility: Chapter 5, Scope Management
Agile software project management affords many advantages over traditional waterfall-style approaches. This free chapter explains how agile PMs handle scope management. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
Scrum and requirements gathering
Scrum, an agile methodology, offers great advantages for certain software project teams. Expert Betty Luedke explains the basic tenets of Scrum and how they affect requirements engineering. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
Requirements gathering with storyboards
Requirements engineering techniques abound, and storyboards are a good option for some. Expert Betty Luedke explains how to gather requirements using the storyboard technique. Continue Reading
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June 02, 2008
02
Jun'08
Requirements engineering in an uncooperative environment
Gathering requirements in a situation that is less than ideal can be challenging, but there are ways to make the process smoother. Expert Betty Luedke discusses how to approach the difficult requirements situation and counterbalance hurdles. Continue Reading