Based on a curriculum module originally written for the Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, this text provides students with an introduction to the role of design in software engineering. The book surveys a wide range of design methods and evaluates their strengths and weaknesses in various applications. The author adopts a neutral approach, concentrating on the role of design in software development creating a more effective tutorial text for students.

Features

• Provides a balanced introduction to software design, reviewing the leading design methods, both formal and informal, from a neutral viewpoint.
• Describes and evaluates a wide range of different design methods, including JSP, SSA/SD, JSD, object-oriented and object- based design
• Focuses on design principles and strategies, which can be directly applied in practice.