Software Engineering: Theory and Practice

Presents concepts at both the micro & macro levels using numerous case studies & examples to illustrate clearly how large software development projects progress from need to idea to reality. DLC: Software engineering.

This book paints a pragmatic picture of software engineering that few of the "specialized" books on the subject approach: how the theory behind good software engineering blends with the demands of the on-the-job practitioner. The author, a well-known name in both the research and practice circles, discusses specific theories and approaches individually, and then applies them on a case-study basis to situations engineers are likely to encounter in the workplace, showing how a thorough adherence to good principles ultimately leads to better software development.