18 Questions
What are the key aspects of good software?
Easy to use, maintainable, and trustable
What is a key consideration for classifying software?
The development tools used
What is a key responsibility of a software developer?
Customer care and software design
What is a common way to classify software?
By the customers it serves
What is a key aspect of software costs?
Development cost + testing cost + maintenance/upgrade cost
Is software design considered an engineering job?
Yes, it involves theory and practice
Which of the following is not a software engineer's responsibility?
Satisfy customer requirements in all circumstances.
Why do we need new techniques, methods, and tools in software development?
Because business and society are always changing.
What is software engineering concerned with?
All aspects of software production.
What is the reason for different application types requiring different techniques, methods, and development tools?
Because each application type has different requirements.
Why is it important to consider platforms and computer/device types in software development?
Because different platforms and devices have different requirements.
What are software and associated document?
Computer programs and associated document.
What is a key principle of software engineering?
Using appropriate theories and methods to solve problems bearing in mind organizational and financial constraints
What is NOT a fundamental activity in software engineering?
Training users
What is a misconception about software development?
Software engineers only need to study programming languages
What is an important aspect of software design?
Considering organizational and financial constraints
What is a key characteristic of good software?
It meets customer requirements and expectations
What is NOT a characteristic of a software engineer?
Only needs to know one programming language
This quiz assesses the understanding of software development basics, including the importance of continuous learning in the field. It covers the role of software engineers and testers, and the need for ongoing skill development.
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