{"product_id":"software-estimation-demystifying-the-black-art-paperback","title":"Software Estimation: Demystifying the Black Art - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSteve McConnell\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOften referred to as the \"black art\" because of its complexity and uncertainty, software estimation is not as difficult or puzzling as people think. In fact, generating accurate estimates is straightforward--once you understand the art of creating them. In his highly anticipated book, acclaimed author Steve McConnell unravels the mystery to successful software estimation--distilling academic information and real-world experience into a practical guide for working software professionals. Instead of arcane treatises and rigid modeling techniques, this guide highlights a proven set of procedures, understandable formulas, and heuristics that individuals and development teams can apply to their projects to help achieve estimation proficiency. \u003cbr\u003e Discover how to: \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstimate schedule and cost--or estimate the functionality that can be delivered within a given time frame \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvoid common software estimation mistakes \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn estimation techniques for you, your team, and your organization * Estimate specific project activities--including development, management, and defect correction \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply estimation approaches to any type of project--small or large, agile or traditional \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate the shark-infested political waters that surround project estimates \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When many corporate software projects are failing, McConnell shows you what works for successful software estimation.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteve McConnell\u003c\/b\u003e is recognized as one of the premier authors and voices in the development community. He is Chief Software Engineer of Construx Software and was the lead developer of Construx Estimate and of SPC Estimate Professional, winner of Software Development magazine's Productivity Award. He is the author of several books, including Code Complete and Rapid Development, both honored with Software Development magazine's Jolt Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 352\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 22, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42696439955519,"sku":"9780735605350","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/0b4b17f21cd6d54c0de732955c96bcae.webp?v=1765006762","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/software-estimation-demystifying-the-black-art-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}