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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Software Measurement
- Exploring concepts of software sizing and estimation.
- The role of metrics in the software development process.
- Assessing software productivity, quality, and performance.
- Advantages and complexities associated with functional size measurement.
Core Principles of Function Point Analysis
- Overview of Function Point Analysis (FPA).
- Key principles of functional size measurement.
- Function points as a proxy for business functionality.
- The correlation between function points, effort, cost, and productivity.
Function Point Standards and Methodologies
- Introduction to IFPUG Function Points.
- Overview of NESMA Function Points.
- Comparing various functional sizing approaches.
- Selecting the most suitable measurement method.
The Functional Size Measurement Process
- Defining system boundaries.
- Interpreting user requirements from a functional standpoint.
- Specifying functional components for assessment.
- Implementing functional size measurement rules.
Identifying Data Functions
- Comprehending Internal Logical Files (ILFs).
- Understanding External Interface Files (EIFs).
- Recognizing and categorizing data functions.
- Applying measurement rules through examples.
Measuring Transactional Functions
- Understanding External Inputs (EIs).
- Understanding External Outputs (EOs).
- Understanding External Queries (EQs).
- Categorizing and measuring transactional capabilities.
Complexity, Weighting, and Computation
- Determining complexity levels for functions.
- Applying appropriate function point weights.
- Calculating total function points.
- Reviewing measurement scenarios and practice exercises.
Software Estimation via Function Points
- Leveraging function points for effort estimation.
- Enhancing project planning and forecasting.
- Quantifying development productivity.
- Implementing function point analysis in real-world projects.
NESMA Impacted Enhancement Function Points
- Concepts behind measuring enhancements.
- Introduction to Impacted Function Points (IFP).
- Assigning impact factors.
- Utilizing NESMA enhancement measurement techniques.
Practical Workshop and Course Recap
- Applying FPA techniques to measure a software example.
- Reviewing calculations and outcomes.
- Utilizing measurements for quality and productivity insights.
- Summary and recommended next steps.
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of software estimation and sizing principles.
Target Audience
- Project managers
- Business analysts
- Software metric specialists
- Quality consultants
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