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Introduction to Software Measurement

  • Gaining insight into concepts of software sizing and estimation
  • The role metrics play 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)
  • Understanding the principles of functional size measurement
  • Viewing function points as a measure of business functionality
  • 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
  • Choosing the most suitable measurement method

Functional Size Measurement Process

  • Identifying system boundaries
  • Interpreting user requirements from a functional standpoint
  • Defining functional components for measurement
  • Applying 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 practical 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 function point weights
  • Calculating total function points
  • Reviewing measurement examples and exercises

Software Estimation Using Function Points

  • Leveraging function points for effort estimation
  • Supporting project planning and forecasting efforts
  • Measuring development productivity
  • Applying 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 impact factors
  • Applying NESMA techniques for measuring enhancements

Practical Workshop and Course Review

  • Measuring a software example using FPA techniques
  • Reviewing calculations and outcomes
  • Utilizing measurements for quality and productivity analysis
  • Summary and next steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental knowledge and understanding of software estimation and sizing techniques

Target Audience

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