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Software Performance and Scalabilityby Henry H. Liu
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009; US$ 99.95Praise from the Reviewers: "The practicality of the subject in a real-world situation distinguishes this book from others available on the market." — Professor Behrouz Far , University of Calgary "This book could replace the computer organization texts now in use that every CS and CpE student must take. . . . It is much needed, well written, and thoughtful." — Professor Larry Bernstein , Stevens Institute of Technology A distinctive, educational text onsoftware performance and scalability This is the first book to take a quantitative approach to the subject of software performance and scalability. It brings together three unique perspectives to demonstrate how your products can be optimized and tuned for the best possible performance... more...
Managing Open Source Projectsby Jan Sandred
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 29.99The only guide to managing and integrating the open source model With the phenomenal success of Linux, companies are taking open source business solutions much more seriously than ever before. This book helps to satisfy the growing demand for guidance on how to manage open source enterprise development projects. Expert Jan Sandred explores the open source philosophy, describes current software tools for managing open source projects, and provides expert guidance on how to organize and manage open source projects using the Internet as a collaboration tool. With the help of several fascinating and instructive case studies, Sandred explores practical concerns such as building, motivating, and managing virtual teams; structuring tasks and meeting... more...
The Art of Software Architectureby Stephen T. Albin
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 65.00This innovative book uncovers all the steps readers should follow in order to build successful software and systems With the help of numerous examples, Albin clearly shows how to incorporate Java, XML, SOAP, ebXML, and BizTalk when designing true distributed business systems Teaches how to easily integrate design patterns into software design Documents all architectures in UML and presents code in either Java or C++ more...
Model Driven Architectureby David S. Frankel
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 40.00Model Driven Architecture (MDA) is a new methodologyf rom OMG that uses modeling languages like UML along with programming languages like Java to build software architectures PriceWatersCoopers' prestigious Technology Center just predicted that MDA will be one of the most important methodologies in the next two years Written by the lead architect of the specification who provides inside information on how MDA has worked in the real world Describes MDA in detail and demonstrates how it can work with existing methodologies and technologies such as UML,MOF, CWM, and Web services more...
Software Specification and Designby John C. Munson
Auerbach Publications 2005; US$ 89.95In order for software developers to apply engineering rigor in the software development process, they must first have a clear idea as to what is happening in the various stages of software development. This book provides a foundation for engineered software with topics that span all aspects of the software lifecycle from requirements to maintenance. These topics are woven out of the cloth of software measurement and the methodology enforces engineering discipline analogous to the construction of buildings or the manufacture of precision devices on the software development process. This book establishes the foundation for a true engineering discipline in the software development process. more...
Maximizing ROI on Software Developmentby Vijay Sikka
Auerbach Publications 2004; US$ 84.95Current market conditions are driving emphasis towards maximizing software return on investment (ROI). Spotlighting the ROI of software development, this book covers how to successfully manage software quality and testing functions, whether they are performed in-house or off-shore. It helps the software professional receive maximum ROI by using metrics and checklists to plan, manage, and measure costs and benefits of software development and quality assurance programs. Filled with tools, evaluation criteria, and case studies, this solid text addresses technical and business aspects of software QA and testing and is a must for the Software IT Service professional seeking to improve ROI on development projects. more...
Sams Teach Yourself Extreme Programming in 24 Hours, Adobe Readerby Stewart Baird
Pearson Education 2002; US$ 31.99This is the eBook version of the printed book. Extreme Programming (XP) is a new lightweight software developing methodology. XP is the most popular of the "agile" development methodologies. Agile development is an integral part of technology movements in the software development world. XP has quickly gained in popularity over the last few years and is now becoming recognized by development shops from large consulting firms through small software houses. Some of the companies that are using XP include DaimlerChrysler, First Union National Bank, and Ford Motor Company. Sams Teach Yourself Extreme Programming in 24 Hours includes coverage on Extreme Programming, agile development, automated test frameworks (Junit, etc.), Automated... more...
Domain Architecturesby Daniel J. Duffy
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2004; US$ 60.00Domain Architectures is a comprehensive catalog of the domain architectures essential to software developers using object-oriented technology and UML to solve real-life problems. Providing a unique top-down view of systems, the book also provides quick access to landmarks and references to domain architectures. The ability to describe applications, in terms of the properties they share, offers software designers a vast new landscape for implementing software reuse. The ideal professional's handbook. Helps readers reduce trial and error and increase productivity by reusing tried and trusted ideas Models are described and documented using UML (incorporating UML 2.0) models and meta models more...
UML 2 For Dummiesby Michael Jesse Chonoles; James A. Schardt
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 29.99Uses friendly, easy-to-understand For Dummies style to help readers learn to model systems with the latest version of UML, the modeling language used by companies throughout the world to develop blueprints for complex computer systems Guides programmers, architects, and business analysts through applying UML to design large, complex enterprise applications that enable scalability, security, and robust execution Illustrates concepts with mini-cases from different business domains and provides practical advice and examples Covers critical topics for users of UML, including object modeling, case modeling, advanced dynamic and functional modeling, and component and deployment modeling more...
The Elements of UML(TM) Styleby Scott W. Ambler
Cambridge University Press 2002; US$ 13.00This book describes guidelines for creating effective models using the industry-standard Unified Modeling Language (UML). It is the first book of its kind. It does not tell you how to create the models, but it instead describes how to create clean-looking, easy-to-understand diagrams. more...









