DocumentCode
1255879
Title
Software tools in context
Author
Smith, Dennis B. ; Oman, Paul W.
Volume
7
Issue
3
fYear
1990
fDate
5/1/1990 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
15
Lastpage
19
Abstract
A context is provided for understanding where tools fit in the software life cycle. Tools are divided into vertical and horizontal architectures. Vertical tools support specific activities in a single life-cycle phase, such as analysis, design, or testing. Horizontal tools support activities across the entire life cycle, such as project management and cost estimation. The task of tool integration is described. Trends and anticipated changes for the next few years are covered.<>
Keywords
software tools; analysis; cost estimation; design; horizontal tools; project management; software life cycle; testing; tool integration; vertical tools; Application software; Computer aided software engineering; Design engineering; Laboratories; Maintenance engineering; Productivity; Software debugging; Software engineering; Software tools; Tires;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Software, IEEE
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0740-7459
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/52.55222
Filename
55222
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