Encyclopedia of Software Engineering, 2 Volume Set, 2nd Edition

The most comprehensive software design reference available-totally revised and updated

The Encyclopedia of Software Engineering is a complete reference covering all aspects of engineering for practitioners who design, write, or test computer programs. Completely revised and updated, this Second Edition explores all the issues and principles of software design and engineering and serves as an indispensable reference for engineers, designers, and students in software and related fields. With terminology that adheres to the standard set by The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), this new edition includes over 500 entries in 35 taxonomic areas. This update contains significant new information, including entries for the Internet and web engineering. Each section opens with an overview article followed by complementary articles covering related functional disciplines. The new edition also features a biographical section expanded to include well over 100 personalities who have made an impact in the field. The Second Edition of The Encyclopedia of Software Engineering is a vital reference that belongs on the bookshelf of anyone who works in software.