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Course Outline
Introduction to Software Measurement
- Gaining insight into software sizing and estimation concepts
- The significance of metrics in software development
- Evaluating software productivity, quality, and performance
- Advantages and challenges associated with functional size measurement
Fundamentals of Function Point Analysis
- Overview of Function Point Analysis (FPA)
- Grasping the principles of functional size measurement
- Function points as an indicator of business functionality
- The correlation 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 most suitable measurement method
Functional Size Measurement Process
- Defining system boundaries
- Interpreting user requirements from a functional standpoint
- Specifying functional components for measurement
- Implementing functional size measurement rules
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 levels of function complexity
- Applying function point weights
- Calculating total function points
- Reviewing measurement examples and exercises
Software Estimation Using Function Points
- Utilizing function points for effort estimation
- Facilitating project planning and forecasting
- Assessing development productivity
- Implementing function point analysis in real-world projects
NESMA Impacted Enhancement Function Points
- Understanding the concepts of enhancement measurement
- Introduction to Impacted Function Points (IFP)
- Assigning impact factors
- Applying NESMA enhancement measurement techniques
Practical Workshop and Course Review
- Measuring a sample software using FPA techniques
- Reviewing calculations and outcomes
- Utilizing measurements for quality and productivity analysis
- Summary and next steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge and understanding of software estimation and sizing techniques.
Target Audience
- Project managers
- Business analysts
- Software metric specialists
- Quality consultants
7 Hours
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