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Dissertation
A comprehensive software engineering life cycle: heuristics for adaptive life cycling
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Drexel University
Jun 1995
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17918/00000492
Abstract
Many life cycle models have been developed in the past twenty five years in the field of system and software engineering. These models present a static or incomplete picture of the development process. To build software which satisfies user expectations, and meets budgeting and scheduling constraints, software engineers must have guidelines based upon proven development strategies. These strategies must provide enough breadth and depth to be effective in various environments. To combat the problems facing system and software engineers, a comprehensive and adaptable life cycle was created in this study. This adaptive life cycle (ALC) was built upon the knowledge and experience of five subject matter experts (SMEs) during knowledge acquisition sessions. The knowledge base was later validated by two senior system engineers. An expert system demonstrating this methodology was created. The methodology applies the process of executing distinct phases and activities concurrently. Furthermore, individualized development strategies based upon a project's profile are provided to the user along with appropriate risk assessment and resolution measures. The findings in this study demonstrate the potential for constructing life cycles which meet the challenges facing the industry today. The systems and software engineering field must learn to identify and isolate project characteristics which require specific responses. We must build upon the knowledge of experts to create an evolving environment which is prepared to alter its form to meet new expectations.
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- Title
- A comprehensive software engineering life cycle
- Creators
- Lynn M. Braender
- Contributors
- Stephen J. Andriole (Advisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Drexel University
- Degree Awarded
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Publisher
- Drexel University; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of pages
- x, 245 pages
- Resource Type
- Dissertation
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- College of Information Studies (1984-1995); Drexel University
- Other Identifier
- 991014970209804721