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Introduction to Software Measurement

  • Grasping concepts of software sizing and estimation.
  • The critical role of metrics in the software development lifecycle.
  • Evaluating software productivity, quality, and performance.
  • Weighing the benefits and challenges associated with functional size measurement.

Fundamentals of Function Point Analysis

  • Comprehensive overview of Function Point Analysis (FPA).
  • Understanding core principles of functional size measurement.
  • Recognizing function points as a metric for business functionality.
  • Exploring 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 most appropriate measurement method for specific contexts.

Functional Size Measurement Process

  • Defining system boundaries.
  • Analyzing user requirements from a functional standpoint.
  • Identifying functional components suitable for measurement.
  • Applying established 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 complexity levels for functions.
  • Applying appropriate function point weights.
  • Calculating total function points.
  • Reviewing measurement examples and completing exercises.

Software Estimation Using Function Points

  • Leveraging function points for effort estimation.
  • Supporting project planning and forecasting activities.
  • Measuring development productivity effectively.
  • Implementing function point analysis in real-world projects.

NESMA Impacted Enhancement Function Points

  • Understanding concepts related to enhancement measurement.
  • Introduction to Impacted Function Points (IFP).
  • Assigning relevant impact factors.
  • Applying NESMA techniques for measuring enhancements.

Practical Workshop and Course Review

  • Measuring a sample software application using FPA techniques.
  • Reviewing calculations and interpreting results.
  • Utilizing measurements for quality and productivity analysis.
  • Summary of key takeaways and recommended next steps.

Requirements

  • Fundamental knowledge and understanding of software estimation and sizing techniques.

Target Audience

  • Project managers
  • Business analysts
  • Software metric specialists
  • Quality consultants
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