Software Inspection [Paperback]

Tom Gilb (Author), Dorothy Graham (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0201631814 | ISBN-13: 978-0201631814 | Publication Date: January 10, 1994 | Edition: 1

Zero-defect software is the Holy Grail of all software developers. It has proved to be an elusive goal - until now. The Inspection techniques illustrated in this book have brought clear benefits in terms of lower (or even zero) defects, higher productivity, better project tracking and improved documentation. Features * Clear guidelines for the introduction and refinement of inspection techniques * Numerous examples of successful implementations in organizations, such as AT&T and Douglas Aircraft * Case studies based on actual experience with the method at IBM, Thorn EMI, Cary Research, Sema Group, Racal Redac and Applicon

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From the Back Cover

Zero-defect software is the Holy Grail of all software developers. It has proved to be an elusive goal - until now. The Inspection techniques illustrated in this book have brought clear benefits in terms of lower (or even zero) defects, higher productivity, better project tracking and improved documentation.

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About the Author

Tom Gilb is an international consultant and teacher, and the author of nine books. His main interests are in systems engineering, with specialties in software engineering and project management. Born in California in 1940, Tom has lived in Norway since 1958. More information about Tom and his work can be found at www.gilb.com.

Dorothy Graham is a world-renowned consultant, speaker, and author with nearly forty years of experience in software testing. After nineteen years with Grove Consultants, she now concentrates on conferences and writing. She was Programme Chair for the 1993 and 2009 EuroSTAR conferences and holds the European Excellence Award in Software Testing. Her Addison-Wesley books include Software Inspection (coauthored with Tom Gilb in 1993), Software Test Automation (coauthored with Mark Fewster in 1999), and Experiences of Test Automation (coauthored with Mark Fewster in 2012).

Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional; 1 edition (January 10, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0201631814
• ISBN-13: 978-0201631814
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,049,284 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars has supporting numbers, August 10, 2005

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Eddy Parkinson (Tokyo, Japan (ex UK)) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Software Inspection (Paperback)

I was impressed by this book, it ranks up there with Code Complete and Mythical Man Month.
Two very minor grumbles, the repetition and occasional over trivial advice, but don't let that put you off.
The advice is aimed at those willing to make a long term investment in improving software quality.
It is easy to read and is full of supporting numbers and real case studies.

17 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and readable text on Inspections, July 22, 1998

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Frode L. Odegard - See all my reviews

This review is from: Software Inspection (Paperback)

I wholeheartedly recommend this text to anyone who want to get a thorough introduction to the topic of Software Inspection. I also recommend it to those who are already practicing Inspections or even old-fashioned "Walkthroughs" or "Peer Reviews".

Everyone can learn from this book. Indeed, this is book we use when teaching Inspection at Odegard Labs.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good material. Not for beginners!, November 29, 2007

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Matthew D Edwards (Global Nomad) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Software Inspection (Paperback)

Systematic thought regarding human behavior and software inspection. This is a heavier weight text that requires a little experience prior to understanding the context of why you care. That being said, it has always been one of my favorites in terms of helping one understand the value of inspection, the method, context and timing. Is inspection right in every situation and so forth? No, of course not. Do you want a clue? Yes. This book competes quite nicely with something else called the "Fagan Inspection" method by Michael Fagan .. and is cheaper to acquire and apply.