Software Engineer's Primary Responsibilities Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a general activity in software processes?

Validation

Maintenance (correct)

Specification

Development

What is the primary goal of a software process?

To develop software quickly

To validate software requirements

To develop or evolve software (correct)

To ensure user satisfaction

Which of the following is NOT an attribute of good software?

Portability (correct)

Dependability and security

Maintainability

Efficiency

What does the "Evolution" activity in software processes refer to?

Changing the software to meet new customer demands Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of software engineering diversity?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does software engineering ethics involve, according to the text?

Responsibilities beyond just technical skills Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the importance of software engineering?

The economies of developed nations are highly dependent on software. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the costs associated with software?

Software costs often dominate system costs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of professional software development?

Professional software is developed solely by individual programmers. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best reflects an ethical consideration in software engineering?

Software engineers should develop software that adheres to legal and ethical standards. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of software engineering, according to the text?

Theories, methods, and tools for professional software development. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the software development process?

Software development follows an iterative and incremental approach. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key ethical responsibility for a software engineer?

Producing high-quality, reliable software Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about software engineering ethics is true?

Ethical behavior is more than just upholding the law Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethical responsibility of software engineers regarding intellectual property rights?

To respect local laws governing the use of intellectual property Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be considered a violation of a software engineer's ethical responsibilities?

Using technical skills to access and modify other people's computers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ACM/IEEE code of ethics mentioned in the text?

To provide guidelines for ethical behavior for software engineering professionals Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Software Engineering

Software engineering is concerned with theories, methods, and tools for professional software development.
Professional software is usually developed by teams rather than individuals.

Software Cost

Software costs often dominate system costs.
Software costs more to maintain than it does to develop.

What is Software Engineering?

Software engineering is the systematic application of engineering principles and methods to design, develop, test, and maintain software products.

Software Process

Software process is a set of activities whose goal is the development or evolution of software.
General activities in all software processes are: Specification, Development, Validation, and Evolution.

Attributes of Good Software

Acceptability: software must be acceptable to the type of users it is designed for.
Efficiency: software should not make wasteful use of system resources.
Maintainability: software must evolve to meet the changing needs of customers.
Dependability and Security: software should be reliable, secure, and safe.

Software Engineering Ethics

Software engineers must behave in an honest and ethically responsible way to be respected as professionals.
Ethical behavior is more than simply upholding the law.

Professional Responsibilities

Confidentiality: engineers should normally respect the confidentiality of their employers or clients.
Competence: engineers should not misrepresent their level of competence.
Intellectual Property rights: engineers should be aware of local laws governing the use of intellectual property.
Computer misuse: software engineers should not use their technical skills to misuse other people’s computers.

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Test your knowledge on the ethical responsibilities of software engineers, beyond just upholding the law. Topics include professional responsibilities, confidentiality, and competence in the field of software engineering.