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Code Complete: A Practical Handbook of Software Construction»rank: 2474by: Steve McConnell
: :For more than a decade, Steve McConnell, one of the premier authors and voices in the software community, has helped change the way developers write code--and produce better software. Now his classic book, CODE COMPLETE, has been fully updated and revised with best practices in the art and science of constructing software. Whether you're a new developer seeking a sound introduction to the practice of software development or a veteran exploring strategic new approaches to problem solving, you'll find a wealth of practical suggestions and methods for strengthening your skills. Topics include design, applying good techniques to construction, eliminating errors, planning, managing construction activities, and relating personal character to superior software. This ... |
Software Estimation: Demystifying the Black Art (Best Practices (Microsoft))»rank: 20049by: Steve McConnell
: :Often referred to as the 'black art' because of its complexity and uncertainty, software estimation is not as hard or mysterious as people think. However, the art of how to create effective cost and schedule estimates has not been very well publicized. While the average software organization can struggle with project costs that run double their original estimates, some of the more sophisticated organizations achieve results with estimation errors as low as 5-10%. These best-in-class organizations use scientific techniques that are not cost-effective, however, making them of limited use to most software development organizations. To address these issues, Software Estimation focuses on the art of software estimation and provides a proven set ... |
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Rapid Development: Taming Wild Software Schedules»rank: 22930by: Steve McConnell
: :Corporate and commercial software-development teams all want solutions for one important problem--how to get their high-pressure development schedules under control. In RAPID DEVELOPMENT, author Steve McConnell addresses that concern head-on with overall strategies, specific best practices, and valuable tips that help shrink and control development schedules and keep projects moving. Inside, you'll find:• A rapid-development strategy that can be applied to any project and the best practices to make that strategy work• Candid discussions of great and not-so-great rapid-development practices--estimation, prototyping, forced overtime, motivation, teamwork, rapid-development languages, risk management, and many others• A list of classic mistakes to avoid for rapid-development projects, including creeping requirements, shortchanged quality, and silver-bullet syndrome• Case studies ... |
Software Project Survival Guide (Pro -- Best Practices)»rank: 98498by: Steve McConnell
: :The author of the classics 'Code Complete' and 'Rapid Development' throws a lifeline to the industry's huge and indispensable population of rookie managers and technical leads. This book is a roadmap to how an effective software project works--understandable even for those with limited project experience. |
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Professional Software Development: Shorter Schedules, Higher Quality Products, More Successful Projects, Enhanced Careers»rank: 335658by: Steve McConnell
: :Renowned software expert Steve McConnell helps software students transition to the role of software professionals. Significant developments are afoot that will impact the future careers of student programmers, including initiatives in education, professional development, certification, and licensing. Some of these developments are well thought out and positive; others are being forced and need to be improved before they are standardized. Software development is changing, whether programmers recognize it or not. Programmers who are not paying attention could easily find themselves working as twenty-first century software janitors. This book describes the occupation of computer programming as it exists today and the profession of software engineering as it can exist in the future. |
Code Complete (Microsoft Programming)»rank: 89433by: Steve McConnell
: :'We were impressed by Code Complete...a pleasure to read, either straight through or as a reference. An invaluable $35 reference.' - PC Week. This runaway bestseller is a practical guide to software design that discusses the art and science of constructing software. Examples are provided in C, Pascal, Basic, Fortran, and Ada, but the focus is on successful programming techniques. Review:Believed by many of our customers to be the best practical guide to writing commercial software, and Highly Recommended. |
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After the Gold Rush: Creating a True Profession of Software Engineering (Best Practices)»rank: 762573by: Steve McConnell
: :In this newest addition to Microsoft Press's acclaimed BEST PRACTICES series, award-winning author Steve McConnell offers candid reflections upon and a look ahead at the software engineering profession from one of the industry's most highly regarded practitioners. AFTER THE GOLD RUSH is a collection of illuminating original essays on contemporary software development topics that highlight critical trends and call for a more rigorous and standards-based profession. McConnell delivers a lively and provocative narrative that aims to help software developers step back from the day-to-day rush of their work and think about where their careers-and the industry they're helping to shape-are going. Review:Software developers are supposed to work insane hours, drink only ... |
Bruce Coville's Book of Spine Tinglers: Tales to Make You Shiver»rank: 933079from: Scholastic
: :A fifth collection of spooky tales by the author of the My Teacher Is an Alien series and other notable writers features vampires, werewolves, demons, dinosaurs, monsters, and things that go bump in the night. |
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Software Engineering Classics (Programming/General)»rank: 658867by: Jim McCarthy, Steve McConnell
: :In an exclusive limited offering, three revered software development classics get reissued in special boxed edition-just in time for the '98 holiday season! This 'Best Practices' triad is the ideal reference set for the software engineer, developer, project leader, or technical manager. It features Software Project Survival Guide by Steve McConnell, Dynamics of Software Development by Jim McCarthy, and Debugging the Development Process by Steve Maguire. Each of these bestselling titles has earned high critical acclaim-in fact, Maguire's and McConnell's books both won the prestigious Jolt! Cola Award. The 'Best Practices' series emphasizes practical, process-oriented techniques and timeless tips. As a boxed set, these SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CLASSICS will provide limitless years of ... |
Norbert Nipkin and the Magic Riddle Stone»rank: 5333332by: Robert McConnell
: :The adventure continues! Norbert Nipkin and Grog, scolded and scoffed at by their parents who refuse to believe that the pair have become friends, set off alone to find and solve the final mystery of the Magic Riddle Stone. On the way, they meet delightful characters such as Wag and the brothers Numb and Skull, but they also must deal with the Marsh Monster and the evil Grimald. Humour and suspense combine to hold the reader spellbound until the adventure's dramatic conclusion. |