Software Engineering (Eighth Edition)

Author: Somerville
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: The main features of this book include the latest developments in software engineering theory and practice, as well as discussions on related topics in systems engineering. It elaborates on agile methodologies and reuse. It covers system safety, security, and reliability, explaining the best practices for developing critical systems. Through case studies of an information system and a control system, it illustrates the steps in the software lifecycle. Compared to previous editions, the 8th edition updates some content and adds three chapters on new topics: Information Security Engineering, which introduces the many issues to consider in the description and design of secure software. Service-Oriented Software Engineering, which explains how to use reusable Web services to sub-develop new applications. Aspect-Oriented Software Development, which describes new techniques based on separation of concerns.