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Course Outline
Introduction to Software Measurement
- Grasping concepts of software sizing and estimation.
- The role metrics play in software development.
- Techniques for measuring software productivity, quality, and performance.
- Advantages and challenges associated with functional size measurement.
Fundamentals of Function Point Analysis
\r- Overview of Function Point Analysis (FPA).
- Understanding principles of functional size measurement.
- Function points as an indicator of business functionality.
- The relationship between function points, effort, cost, and productivity.
Function Point Standards and Methods
- Introduction to IFPUG Function Points.
- Overview of NESMA Function Points.
- Comparing various functional sizing approaches.
- Selecting the appropriate measurement method.
Functional Size Measurement Process
- Identifying system boundaries.
- Understanding user requirements from a functional perspective.
- Defining functional components for measurement.
- Applying rules for functional size measurement.
Identifying Data Functions
- Understanding Internal Logical Files (ILFs).
- Understanding External Interface Files (EIFs).
- Identifying and classifying data functions.
- Applying measurement rules with illustrative examples.
Measuring Transactional Functions
- Understanding External Inputs (EIs).
- Understanding External Outputs (EOs).
- Understanding External Queries (EQs).
- Classifying and measuring transactional functionality.
Complexity, Weights, and Calculation
- Determining function complexity levels.
- Applying function point weights.
- Calculating total function points.
- Reviewing measurement examples and exercises.
Software Estimation Using Function Points
- Utilizing function points for effort estimation.
- Supporting project planning and forecasting efforts.
- Measuring development productivity.
- Applying function point analysis in real-world projects.
NESMA Impacted Enhancement Function Points
- Understanding concepts of enhancement measurement.
- Introduction to Affected Function Points (IFP).
- Assigning impact factors.
- Applying NESMA enhancement measurement techniques.
Practical Workshop and Course Review
- Measuring a software example using FPA techniques.
- Reviewing calculations and results.
- Applying measurements for quality and productivity analysis.
- Summary and next steps.
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge and comprehension of software estimation and sizing techniques.
Target Audience
- Project managers
- Business analysts
- Software metrics specialists
- Quality assurance consultants
7 Hours
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