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What is the primary purpose of the W5HH approach in project management?

  • To track social media engagement
  • To outline project objectives, milestones, and responsibilities (correct)
  • To conduct user testing
  • To create a financial plan

The W5HH approach can only be applied to large and complex software projects.

False (B)

What should project managers focus on when making decisions according to best practices?

Keep it simple

The consistent mechanism for extracting lessons learned from each project is called a __________.

<p>postmortem analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the W5HH approach with their descriptions:

<p>Why = Evaluates the validity of business reasons What = Establishes required tasks When = Identifies key project schedules Who = Defines roles and responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the 4 P’s of effective project management?

<p>Price (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary role of stakeholders in a project is to interact with the software once it is released.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three key abilities of a team leader according to the MOI model?

<p>Motivation, Organization, Ideas (Innovation)</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ are the individuals who specify the requirements for the software to be engineered.

<p>Customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their descriptions:

<p>Senior Managers = Define business issues influencing the project Project Managers = Plan, motivate, organize, and control practitioners Practitioners = Deliver technical skills necessary for engineering End-users = Interact with the released software</p> Signup and view all the answers

Effective project management emphasizes the importance of which of the following aspects regarding people?

<p>Organization &amp; work design (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Team leaders are responsible for creating and encouraging innovation within software teams.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of effective project managers?

<p>Problem solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which paradigm structures a team along a traditional hierarchy of authority?

<p>Closed paradigm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The random paradigm performs well in situations requiring orderly performance.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic modern software teams must establish for effective coordination?

<p>Effective communication methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ paradigm relies on the natural categorization of a problem.

<p>Synchronous</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the open paradigm team structure?

<p>It combines controls from the closed paradigm with innovation from the random paradigm. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Formal communication within a software team includes ad hoc discussions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two methods of formal communication mentioned for software engineering teams?

<p>Writing and structured meetings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following paradigms with their characteristics:

<p>Closed paradigm = Traditional hierarchy Random paradigm = Loose structure with individual initiative Open paradigm = Combines control and innovation Synchronous paradigm = Natural categorization of problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which task should be performed first when managing a project?

<p>Develop a list of clarification issues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is crucial for software teams to understand their customers' needs to avoid project difficulties.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common reason projects get into difficulty?

<p>Poorly defined product scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

One method to maintain momentum in a project is to provide _____ to the team.

<p>incentives</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the project difficulty factors with their descriptions:

<p>Poorly defined scope = Leads to uncertainty about deliverables Unrealistic deadlines = Creates pressure and stress on the team Lack of appropriate skills = Results in ineffective task execution Changes managed poorly = Causes confusion and misalignment in project goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the project manager's job?

<p>Conducting programming tasks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Maintaining quality in every task is a key emphasis for successful project management.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the key steps in the process decomposition for managing activities.

<p>Review the customer request</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two components that comprise a product?

<p>Software scope and problem decomposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Problem decomposition can also be referred to as problem elaboration.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must software functions be evaluated and refined for before estimation?

<p>Detail</p> Signup and view all the answers

The approach to defining a task set includes software engineering tasks, work products, ____ points, and milestones.

<p>Quality assurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a question used to define the software scope?

<p>What is the maximum budget? (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Functionality = What the software must deliver Performance = Special characteristics addressed in the software Decomposition = Breaking down the problem into parts Process model = Framework to guide software development</p> Signup and view all the answers

The product scope must be ambiguous and understandable at management and technical levels.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be established to begin the process of melding the product and process?

<p>Process framework</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles with their primary responsibilities:

<p>Stakeholders = Define business issues Project Managers = Plan and control software work Practitioners = Deliver technical skills Customers = Specify software requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of the MOI model with their definitions:

<p>Motivation = Encouraging technical people Organization = Molding existing processes Ideas = Encouraging creativity Influence = Having an impact on team dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aspects of effective project management with their descriptions:

<p>People = Most important element of a project Product = Software to be built Process = Framework activities for tasks Project = All work to make the product a reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characteristics of effective project managers:

<p>Problem Solving = Analytical skills Managerial Identity = Understanding of management roles Achievement = Meeting project goals Team Building = Creating effective teams</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the factors to consider when selecting a software project team structure:

<p>Collaboration = Working together effectively Motivation = Driving team performance Leadership = Guiding the team Communication = Exchanging information clearly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of communication in software teams:

<p>Formal Communication = Scheduled meetings Ad Hoc Discussions = Spontaneous conversations Written Documentation = Recording information Feedback Sessions = Providing input on work</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the key areas of software people management:

<p>Recruiting = Finding suitable candidates Training = Enhancing team skills Performance Management = Evaluating employee effectiveness Compensation = Rewarding team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characteristics of software teams with their considerations:

<p>Team Structure = Defining team roles Roles and Responsibilities = Clarifying duties Team Culture = Establishing values Conflict Resolution = Managing disagreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the W5HH approach with their focus:

<p>Objectives = Goals of the project Milestones = Key points for project progress Schedules = Timeline for task completion Responsibilities = Roles of team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following project management activities with their purposes:

<p>Track progress = Approval of work products Make smart decisions = Keep processes simple Conduct a postmortem analysis = Extract lessons learned Develop estimation = Determine resource needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following timelines with their roles in project management:

<p>Project schedule = Establishes when tasks will be done Milestones = Signifies achievement of project goals Task set = Lists what tasks will be done Feedback = Informs future project improvements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following responsibilities of stakeholders in a project:

<p>Customer = Provides requirements for software End user = Interacts with the finished product Software team = Develops the software Project manager = Oversees the project execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following paradigms to their descriptions:

<p>Closed paradigm = Structures a team along a traditional hierarchy of authority. Random paradigm = Structures a team loosely and relies on individual initiative. Open paradigm = Combines aspects of control and innovation. Synchronous paradigm = Organizes team members to work on pieces of the problem with little communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the factors affecting project difficulty with their descriptions:

<p>Complexity of the problem = The difficulty of the problem to be solved. Team lifetime = The time that the team will stay together. Delivery date rigidity = The rigidity (hardness) of the delivery date. Modularization degree = The degree to which the problem can be modularized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the communication types with their characteristics:

<p>Formal communication = Accomplished through writing and structured meetings. Informal communication = More personal and ad hoc discussions. Ad hoc discussions = Interactions based on immediate needs. Written communication = Includes documents and emails for clarity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characteristics of modern software with their descriptions:

<p>Scale = Development effort is high. Uncertainty = Continuing stream of changes. Interoperability = New software must work with existing software. Integration = The process of combining various software components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the paradigms with the scenarios they excel in:

<p>Closed paradigm = Best for routine software development. Random paradigm = Excels in innovation and breakthroughs. Open paradigm = Well-suited for complex problem solving. Synchronous paradigm = Effective when natural problem categorization is available.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of communication in software teams with their methods:

<p>Formal communication = Structured meetings. Informal communication = Daily interactions. Written communication = Documentation of processes. Personal communication = Sharing ideas on an ad hoc basis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the factors influencing team coordination with their attributes:

<p>Formal mechanisms = Established for structured communication. Informal mechanisms = Facilitate spontaneous discussions. Team interactions = Daily engagement among team members. Structured meetings = Scheduled discussions for project updates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aspects of team structure with their benefits:

<p>Closed paradigm = Efficiency in familiar projects. Random paradigm = Flexibility to adapt quickly. Open paradigm = Balance of control and innovation. Synchronous paradigm = Clarity in division of tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of software scope with their definitions:

<p>Context = Fit into a larger system, product, or business Information objectives = Customer-visible data objects produced as output Function and performance = Transforming input data into output Constraints = Compulsory limitations from the context</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of decomposition with their focus areas:

<p>Functionality decomposition = Deliverable functionalities of the software Process decomposition = Methodology used to deliver functionalities Input data decomposition = User-visible data objects required for input Problem class decomposition = Categorization of problems to be solved</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of a task set with their descriptions:

<p>Software engineering tasks = Activities performed by engineers Work products = Outputs generated during the project Quality assurance points = Checkpoints to ensure quality Milestones = Key points in the project timeline</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of melding the product and process with their descriptions:

<p>Framework activities = Activities required for developing software Engineering functions = Major functions to be built into the software Project planning = Initial alignment of product and process Customer involvement = Engagement of stakeholders in the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to software project management:

<p>Project scope = Defined limitations and deliverables Decomposition = Breaking down problems into manageable parts Thoroughness = Depth of analysis in the process Software process model = Framework for project development</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their responsibilities:

<p>Project manager = Overseeing the entire project Software engineer = Implementing technical solutions Quality assurance specialist = Ensuring product quality Stakeholder = Providing requirements and feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of data with their relevance in software scope definition:

<p>Input data = Necessary for software operation Output data = Results visible to customers Performance data = Special characteristics of software efficiency Functional data = Specifications of software capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the decomposition process with their definitions:

<p>Part functions = Subdivided functionalities of the product User-visible data objects = Data elements seen by end-users Problem classes = Categories of issues addressed by software Refinement = Enhancing details before estimation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following project difficulty factors with their descriptions:

<p>Poorly defined product scope = Scope is not clearly outlined or agreed upon Unrealistic deadlines = Time constraints that do not allow for proper project execution Lack of appropriate skills = Insufficient expertise within the project team Poor change management = Inadequate handling of project alterations or updates</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following work tasks for customer communication with their descriptions:

<p>Review customer request = Initial assessment of customer needs Plan formal meeting = Scheduling an organized discussion with the customer Prepare working document = Creating a draft for the formal meeting Review scoping document = Ensuring correctness and clarity of project scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following common-sense approaches to project management:

<p>Start on the right foot = Understanding the problem and setting realistic objectives Maintain momentum = Providing incentives and emphasizing quality Set realistic expectations = Aligning team goals with achievable outcomes Document lessons learned = Keeping records of project insights for future reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following issues that lead to project difficulties:

<p>Changing technology = Alterations in the tools or platforms used for project development Ill-defined business needs = Unclear or constantly shifting requirements from stakeholders Conflicting user opinions = Divergent feedback from users affecting project direction Avoiding best practices = Neglecting established methods and techniques in project execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tasks in process decomposition with their descriptions:

<p>Develop list of clarification issues = Identify questions that need resolution Meet the customer = Engage directly with the customer for discussion Modify the statement of scope = Adjust project goals based on feedback Review mini-specs = Check specifications for accuracy and clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles in the project management process:

<p>Project Manager = Responsible for all project planning and execution Team Leader = Oversees team performance and quality Stakeholder = Provides input and feedback on project goals Customer = Defines needs and requirements for the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of effective project management:

<p>Understanding customer needs = Crucial for project clarity and direction Clear communication = Essential for collaboration within a team Adapting to changes = Flexibility in responding to project alterations Quality assurance = Ensuring standards in all project tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps in establishing project scope:

<p>Identify requirements = Determine what the project needs to achieve Regular reviews = Continuous assessment of project progress Communicate with stakeholders = Keep interested parties informed and involved Draft project documents = Create written outlines of project objectives and tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles in a software project with their responsibilities:

<p>Stakeholders = Define business issues influencing the project Project Managers = Plan and control software work Practitioners = Deliver necessary technical skills Customers = Specify requirements for the software</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of the MOI model with their focuses:

<p>Motivation = Encouraging technical people to produce Organization = Molding existing processes for product delivery Ideas = Encouraging creativity within established bounds Innovation = Creating new solutions for software challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aspects of project management with their functions:

<p>Planning = Establishing project objectives and scope Monitoring = Tracking project progress against goals Controlling = Adjusting project plans as needed Quality Assurance = Ensuring standards are met throughout the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of effective communication in software teams:

<p>Formal Communication = Scheduled meetings and reports Ad Hoc Communication = Casual and spontaneous exchanges Documentation = Written records of project decisions Feedback = Responses that help improve processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the levels at which the product scope must be understood:

<p>Management Level = Big-picture objectives and constraints Technical Level = Detailed attributes and requirements User Level = Practical application and experience Market Level = Competitive positioning and demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following W5HH components with their purposes:

<p>What is the system being developed? = Evaluates business reasons for software work What will be done? = Establishes required task set When will it be accomplished? = Identifies key project tasks for milestones Who is responsible? = Defines roles and responsibilities of team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the aspects of the W5HH approach with their descriptions:

<p>Objectives = Goals the project aims to achieve Milestones = Significant checkpoints in the project timeline Responsibilities = Duties assigned to team members Resources = Necessary assets for project completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the quality assurance activities with their descriptions:

<p>Track progress = Monitoring work products through phases Conduct a postmortem analysis = Extracting lessons learned from projects Make smart decisions = Simplifying complex project considerations Evaluate customer feedback = Assessing user insights post-delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles of stakeholders with their responsibilities:

<p>Customer = Provides requirements for the project End user = Interacts with the product post-release Software team = Implements the project tasks Project manager = Oversees project execution and facilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the elements of the W5HH approach with their definitions:

<p>Why = Reason for developing the system What = Details of tasks to be accomplished When = Timeline for project milestones How = Strategies used to implement the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following software scope components with their descriptions:

<p>Context = How the software fits into a larger system Information objectives = Customer-visible data produced as output Function and performance = Function performed to transform input data Constraints = Compulsory limitations as a result of context</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following problem decomposition methods with their definitions:

<p>Functionality = Functionality that must be delivered Data objects = User-visible data objects required Problem classes = Set of problem categories defined Process = Method used to deliver functionality</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the software process model with their considerations:

<p>Customer type = Customers who requested the product Product characteristics = Characteristics of the product itself Development environment = Project's operational conditions Task set = Software engineering activities defined</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tasks involved in melding the product and process:

<p>Framework activities = Activities each product function passes through Product functions = Major functions to be engineered Planning = Preparing for product and process integration Process framework = Set of guidelines for software development</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of product scope with their key focus:

<p>Unambiguous = Clearly defined and understandable scope Decomposed functions = Detailed functions derived from scope Data inputs = Required data for the input process Operations context = Environment where the software operates</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to project planning with their descriptions:

<p>Melding = Integrating product and process Estimation = Assessing scope detail for functions Decomposition = Breaking down complexity Planning activities = Defining tasks for project direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles in software engineering with their responsibilities:

<p>Project manager = Overseeing the project execution Software engineer = Building and implementing the software Quality assurance = Ensuring product meets standards Stakeholder = Providing requirements and feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following project difficulties with their descriptions:

<p>Software people don’t understand customer needs = Leads to misunderstandings and project failure Poorly defined product scope = Creates ambiguity regarding project objectives Unrealistic deadlines = Results in undue pressure and rushed work Lack of appropriate skills = Hinders the team's ability to meet project requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each customer communication task with its appropriate description:

<p>Review the customer request = Initial understanding of the project requirements Plan a facilitated meeting = Schedule discussions with stakeholders Prepare a working document = Draft necessary documentation for meetings Review the scoping document = Ensure all parties agree on project scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the common-sense approach steps with their purposes:

<p>Start on the right foot = Understand the problem and set objectives Maintain momentum = Keep the team motivated towards quality outcomes Incentives for personnel = Encourage productivity and engagement Emphasize quality = Focus on delivering high-standard work at every phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the activities associated with process decomposition:

<p>Develop a list of clarification issues = Identify key communication points Meet the customer for clarification = Engage stakeholders for feedback Modify the statement of scope = Refine project boundaries as needed Review the statement with stakeholders = Confirm alignment and understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles involved in project management with their primary responsibilities:

<p>Project Manager = Estimate resources and schedules Team Leader = Encourage innovation and motivation Stakeholders = Provide input on requirements Quality Assurance = Ensure delivery of high-quality products</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the factors that lead to project difficulties with their consequences:

<p>Changes are managed poorly = Causes confusion among the team Business needs are ill-defined = Leads to misaligned project objectives Chosen technology changes = Results in increased complexity Users are opposing = Impacts project acceptance and use</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the tasks for a simple communication activity with their sequence:

<p>Develop list of clarification issues = 1st Jointly develop a statement of scope = 3rd Review the statement with all concerned = 4th Modify the statement as required = 5th</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the reasons projects get into difficulty with their explanations:

<p>Changes are poorly managed = Results in scope creep and confusion Deadline pressures = Leads to shortcuts and potential errors Technology shifts mid-project = Challenges the original project plan Lack of defined customer needs = Creates directionless project initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following factors influencing software projects with their descriptions:

<p>Project Complexity = Difficulty of the problem to be solved Team Lifetime = Time that the team will stay together Delivery Rigidity = Hardness of the delivery date Quality Requirement = Required quality and reliability of the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following software engineering challenges with their characteristics:

<p>Scale = High development effort Uncertainty = Stream of ongoing changes Interoperability = Communicating with existing software Coordination = Methods to manage team communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following methods of communication within software teams:

<p>Formal Communication = Structured meetings and writing Informal Communication = Ad hoc discussions among team members Daily Interaction = Regular sharing of ideas Feedback Sessions = Periodic reviews of team progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics of modern software to their definitions:

<p>Scalability = Ability to manage large development efforts Adaptability = Capability to handle continued changes Integration = Functioning with existing applications Collaboration = Working effectively in team environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following coordination mechanisms to their descriptions:

<p>Formal Mechanisms = Written communication and structured meetings Informal Mechanisms = Personal interactions among team members Team Alignment = Ensuring everyone shares common goals Conflict Resolution = Addressing and solving issues within the team</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics of closed and random paradigms:

<p>Closed Paradigm = Works well with similar past efforts Random Paradigm = Struggles with orderly performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following team structures to their strengths:

<p>Open Paradigm = Combines controls with innovation Synchronous Paradigm = Utilizes natural categorization of problems Closed Paradigm = Encourages stability and predictability Random Paradigm = Fosters creativity in uncertain environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the W5HH approach with their specific inquiries:

<p>Why = The reason for developing the system What = The tasks required for the project When = The schedule for project milestones Who = The roles and responsibilities of team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following project management activities with their objectives:

<p>Track progress = Monitor work products and their approval Make smart decisions = Simplify processes for better outcomes Conduct a postmortem analysis = Extract lessons learned for future projects Establish a project schedule = Identify key tasks for achieving milestones</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the roles in a project with their responsibilities:

<p>Project Manager = Oversee project execution and decision-making Team Member = Execute assigned tasks and responsibilities Stakeholder = Provide feedback and requirements Quality Assurance = Ensure the quality of work products</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following key aspects of effective project management with their descriptions:

<p>Responsibility = Defined roles within the team Resources = Estimation of what is needed Milestones = Key targets to achieve during the project Quality assurance = Activities to ensure the standards of work are met</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of software scope with their definitions:

<p>Context = How the software fits into a larger system Information objectives = Output and input data objects of software Function = Transforming input data into output Performance = Special characteristics to be addressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of problem decomposition with their descriptions:

<p>Functionality = Features to be delivered by the software Process = Method to deliver the functionality Refinement = Providing more detail before estimation Planning = Making development easier through clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of the W5HH principle with their characteristics:

<p>Objectives = Goals the project aims to achieve Responsibilities = Roles assigned to team members Management approach = Strategies for overseeing the project Technical approach = Methods used to implement solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of the process with their purposes:

<p>Framework activities = Activities that each function must pass through Task set = Collection of software engineering activities Quality assurance points = Milestones for maintaining quality Thoroughness = Degree of detail required for processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to melding the product and process:

<p>Product = What the software delivers to users Process = How the software is developed Planning = Initial step in melding product and process Function = Major component to be engineered</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles with their responsibilities in software projects:

<p>Project Manager = Overseeing project execution Developer = Building software components Quality Assurance = Ensuring product meets standards Stakeholder = Providing requirements and feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following questions used to define the software scope:

<p>What is the context? = How does it fit in the system? What are the information objectives? = What data is produced? What functionality is required? = What will the software do? What performance characteristics are needed? = What special requirements exist?</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of the decomposition process:

<p>User-visible data objects = Input and output data for users Problem classes = Categories into which problems are divided Part functions = Detailed sections of functionality Estimation = Evaluating effort needed for tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps in the product scope definition:

<p>Identify context = Establish system fit Establish information objectives = Define data requirements for software Define function = Clarify software purpose Determine performance = Specify quality benchmarks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of effective project management (the 4 P's) with their descriptions:

<p>People = The most important element of a successful project Product = The software to be built Process = Framework activities and tasks to get the job done Project = All work required to make the product a reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following roles involved in a project with their responsibilities:

<p>Stakeholders = Define business issues Project managers = Plan and control the team Practitioners = Deliver technical skills Customers = Specify software requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the components of the MOI model for leadership with their descriptions:

<p>Motivation = Encourage technical people to produce their best Organization = Mold existing processes for product development Ideas = Encourage creativity within established bounds Innovation = Foster new ideas in the software team</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characteristics of effective project managers with their descriptions:

<p>Problem solving = Ability to find solutions to challenges Managerial identity = Understanding one's role in the project Achievement = Focus on meeting project goals Influence = Ability to affect team dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of communication in software teams with their examples:

<p>Formal Communication = Scheduled meetings Informal Communication = Casual discussions Written Communication = Emails and reports Visual Communication = Diagrams and charts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the stakeholder roles with their primary function:

<p>Senior managers = Define business strategies Technical managers = Oversee technical processes End-users = Provide feedback on software use Customers = Outline requirements for projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following programming paradigms with their characteristics:

<p>Closed paradigm = Structures a team along a traditional hierarchy of authority Random paradigm = Depends on individual initiative of team members Open paradigm = Achieves some controls while promoting innovation Synchronous paradigm = Organizes team members with little active communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characteristics of communication in software teams:

<p>Formal communication = Involves structured meetings and written reports Informal communication = Relies on ad hoc discussions and personal interactions Mechanisms for communication = Methods established to coordinate team activities Team coordination = The ways team members work together effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following team dynamics with their functionalities:

<p>Closed paradigm = Less likely to be innovative Random paradigm = Excels in innovation and breakthroughs Open paradigm = Well suited for complex problem-solving Synchronous paradigm = Works on pieces of a problem with low communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the attributes of formal and informal communication:

<p>Formal communication = Structured and documented Informal communication = Spontaneous and personal Written reports = A form of formal communication Daily interactions = An example of informal communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the project management factors with their implications:

<p>Time constraints = Limits flexibility in project execution Quality expectations = Determines required standards for outcomes Team size = Affects coordination and communication Scope changes = Can lead to project delays and rework</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of software development with their characteristics:

<p>Agile = Emphasizes flexibility and iterative development Waterfall = Follows a linear and sequential approach DevOps = Integrates development and operations for efficiency Extreme programming = Focuses on high customer involvement and rapid iterations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the stages of process decomposition with their descriptions:

<p>Understanding the problem = Gather information on the requirements Setting realistic objectives = Define achievable goals for the project Maintaining momentum = Keep the team engaged and focused Incentivizing personnel = Encourage team members to perform effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following common reasons projects get into difficulty:

<p>Poor understanding of customer needs = When the team lacks insight into the client’s requirements Changing technology = When tools or platforms evolve unexpectedly Business needs changes = When project objectives shift mid-development Opposition from users = When end-users resist or reject the product</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tasks in customer communication activities:

<p>Review customer request = To assess initial needs and requirements Facilitated meeting planning = To schedule discussions with stakeholders Prepare working document = To outline meeting agendas and topics Review mini-specs = To ensure requirements are accurate and complete</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following strategies to maintain project momentum:

<p>Understand the problem = Start with clear requirements Provide incentives = Motivate team members to perform Emphasize quality = Focus on delivering high-standard work Set clear goals = Define specific targets for project success</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following activities in a complex project with their roles:

<p>Reviewing scoping document = Involves all stakeholders for feedback Jointly developing mini-specs = Collaboratively defining features with the customer Assembling mini-specs = Creating a comprehensive document outlining requirements Conducting research = Gathering information on solutions and technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of project management success:

<p>Clear customer needs = Understanding what the client truly wants Defined product scope = Establishing specific boundaries and goals Effective change management = Appropriately handling alterations and updates Skillful project team = Having the right expertise to carry out tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of decomposition with their areas of application:

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Match the following factors to consider when selecting a process model:

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Match the terms related to task sets with their descriptions:

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Match the following parts of melding product and process:

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Match the software function evaluation focuses with their aims:

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Match the major aspects outlined for process frameworks:

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Match the following aspects of effective project management with their corresponding descriptions:

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Match the types of outputs associated with the product scope:

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Match the project roles with their primary responsibilities:

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Match the MOI model components with their descriptions:

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Match the characteristics of effective project managers with their traits:

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Match the key factors in team structure with their considerations:

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Match the project management activities with their purposes:

<p>Planning = Establishing project objectives and scope Monitoring = Tracking project progress and performance Controlling = Ensuring project adherence to plans Reviewing = Evaluating outcomes and making adjustments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the software team roles with their descriptions:

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Match the following software project challenges with their descriptions:

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Match the customer communication tasks with their order of execution:

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Match the common-sense approach steps with their focus:

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Match the factors contributing to project difficulties with their effects:

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Match the primary responsibilities of a project manager with their tasks:

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Match the steps in process decomposition with their activities:

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Match the following components of the W5HH approach with their corresponding questions:

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Match the listed task with its priority when managing a project:

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Match the steps taken in developing a statement of scope with their order:

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Match the following roles within a project with their responsibilities:

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Match the following principles of the W5HH approach with their focus areas:

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Match the following descriptions with the associated aspects of project management:

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Match the following factors affecting software project difficulty:

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Match the following communication types in software teams:

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Match the following characteristics of modern software:

<p>Scale = High development effort required Uncertainty = Continuing stream of changes Interoperability = New software must communicate with existing software Complexity = Challenges in managing multiple components and interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of project coordination mechanisms:

<p>Formal methods = Involve structured communications Informal methods = Include personal interactions among team members Documentation = Written guidelines and records for project coordination Meetings = Formal gatherings to discuss project status</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following team characteristics with their main focus:

<p>Closed paradigm = Less innovation, focused on past work Random paradigm = Excels in innovation and breakthroughs Open paradigm = Combines controls with innovation Synchronous paradigm = Organizes work with little communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of effective team communication:

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Match the following software project characteristics:

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Flashcards

Project Management 4Ps

The four crucial aspects of effective project management: People, Product, Process, and Project.

Project Management People

Focuses on essential team members, recruiting, selecting ,performance management and more, including team/culture development in the software context.

Software Project Stakeholders

Individuals or groups with an interest in the project, including managers who define business issues.

Project Management Product

The software being built, encompassing its objectives, scope, alternative solutions, and constraints.

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Project Management Process

The framework activities and tasks for software engineering, including milestones, work products, and quality assurance.

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Project Management Project

All efforts needed to accomplish the software project, including planning, monitoring, and control.

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Project Manager Characteristics

Effective project managers exhibit problem-solving skills, a strong understanding of their role, drive towards achieving goals, influence, and the ability to build teams.

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Project Team Leadership

Effective software leadership involves motivation, process structure, facilitating creativity and innovation, all in the context of a software project.

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Software Development Difficulty

The complexity of a software project, impacting task difficulty and potential solutions.

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Program Size

The total number of lines of code or function points in a software program.

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Team Lifetime

The duration the software development team will remain together.

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Modularization

The degree to which a software project can be broken down into smaller, independent parts.

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System Quality/Reliability

The expected level of performance and dependability of the software.

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Delivery Date Rigidity

The strictness of the deadline/schedule for software deliver.

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Team Communication

The degree of interaction required among team members.

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Software Team Organizational Paradigms

Different approaches to structuring software development teams based on hierarchy and initiative.

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Process Decomposition

Breaking down a project activity into smaller, manageable tasks.

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Communication Activity (Simple Project)

Tasks involved in clarifying project requirements with the customer in a small, simple project.

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Communication Activity (Complex Project)

Tasks for communication with the client in a large, impactful project, including detailed requirements gathering and documentation.

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Project Difficulties

Common challenges in software projects, including miscommunication, unclear scope, poor change management, and unrealistic deadlines.

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Project Success Approach

Strategies for successful software project management, emphasizing understanding the problem, setting realistic goals, maintaining momentum, and emphasizing quality.

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Project Manager's Role

Estimating resources, scheduling tasks, and defining deliverables for each portion of the project.

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Realistic Objectives

Setting achievable targets and expectations that are compatible with the project's resources, time constraints, and technical realities.

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Maintaining Momentum

Sustaining project progress and motivation by offering incentives and prioritizing consistent quality assurance.

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Software Scope

The specific features, functionality, and constraints of a software product.

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Problem Decomposition

Breaking down a complex software problem into smaller, more manageable parts.

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Product Scope Elements

The two core components forming a product: software (or product scope) and problem decomposition.

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Software Scope Questions

Questions used to define the context, objectives, functions, and performance aspects of the software.

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Decomposition of Scope

A systematic way to break down the software scope into smaller parts, creating a more detailed plan.

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Process Model Selection

Choosing an appropriate approach for developing the software considering various factors, such as customer demands, product characteristics, and project environment.

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Task Set

A detailed breakdown of software engineering tasks, comprising software engineering tasks, work products, quality assurance points, and milestones.

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Melding Product and Process

The combination of the designed product scope and selected process to successfully develop the software.

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W5HH Approach

A framework for planning software projects that addresses key questions: Why, What, When, Who, Where, and How. It defines the project's objectives, milestones, responsibilities, management approaches, technical approaches, and required resources.

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Why: Business Reasons

This element of the W5HH approach focuses on identifying and evaluating the underlying business justifications for the software project. It helps ensure the project aligns with strategic goals and solves real business problems.

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What: Task Set

The 'What' element in the W5HH approach involves defining the specific set of tasks, activities, and deliverables required to complete the software project.

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When: Project Schedule

The 'When' part of the W5HH approach establishes a timeline for the software project by defining key milestones and tasks, ensuring the project is delivered on time.

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Who: Roles and Responsibilities

The W5HH approach's 'Who' component clarifies the roles and responsibilities of each team member, stakeholder, and customer, ensuring everyone knows their part in the project.

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Who are the Stakeholders?

Individuals or groups affected by the project, including managers, project managers, developers, customers, and end-users.

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Team Leader's MOI Model

An effective leadership model emphasizing Motivation, Organization, and Ideas (or Innovation).

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Factors Influencing Team Structure

When choosing a software project team structure, consider factors like project complexity, team size, and required skills.

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Project Planning with W5HH

A structured approach for planning software projects, addressing key questions: Why, What, When, Who, Where, and How.

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Closed Paradigm

A software team structure with a traditional hierarchy, where authority is concentrated at the top. This is similar to the organization you might see in a typical company.

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Random Paradigm

A software team structure that is loose and relies on individual initiative, with less emphasis on hierarchy. This structure can be effective when you need new ideas and creativity.

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Open Paradigm

A software team structure which balances elements of control (like a closed paradigm) with the freedom for innovation (like a random paradigm). Think of a team that works together, but where each person is encouraged to think outside the box.

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Synchronous Paradigm

A software team structure where members work independently on different parts of a project with minimal communication. It is best used for work that involves a lot of technical expertise.

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Team Coordination & Communication

The process of organizing and connecting the people and teams working on a software project. This includes both formal and informal communication structures.

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Formal Communication

Sharing ideas and updates through written materials, scheduled meetings, and other structured activities.

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Informal Communication

Spontaneous interactions among team members where ideas are shared, problems are addressed, and help is sought. Think of casual conversations that help the project move forward.

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Software Team Characteristics

The key elements that define software teams, such as the scale of the project, uncertainty associated with changes, and the need for interoperability with existing systems.

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Product Scope

Defines what the software does, including its purpose, functions, and limitations. It clarifies the software's place in the bigger picture and its unique features.

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Software Functions

Specific actions the software performs, like calculating values or displaying information. They are detailed in the product scope.

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Process Model

A plan for completing the software development project. It outlines the steps and activities involved, taking into account customer needs, the software's nature, and the development environment.

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Function Decomposition

Breaking down the software's functions into smaller, more understandable parts. This makes it easier to plan and estimate development.

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User-Visible Data Objects

Information that the user interacts with directly. It's included in the product scope and is often decomposed into individual entities.

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Project Stakeholders

Individuals or groups impacted by the project, such as managers defining business issues, technical managers leading the work, software developers, customers, and end-users.

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Software Team Leadership

Effective software leadership involves motivating, guiding, and supporting team members to achieve project goals successfully. It covers aspects like fostering creativity, enforcing processes, and ensuring team cohesion.

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Software Team Structures

Different approaches to organizing software teams - closed (hierarchical), random (individualistic), open (balanced), and synchronous (independent). Choosing the right structure depends on project characteristics.

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Software Project Difficulty

The complexity of a software project. This is measured by factors like how challenging the tasks are and how many different ways the problem can be solved.

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Closed Paradigm Team

A software team structured with a traditional hierarchy. The team leader has the most authority, and everyone else reports to them. This type of team can be good for predictable projects that were done before.

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Framework Activities

The high-level tasks that outline the overall software development process.

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Common-Sense Approach

Strategies for successful software project management, emphasizing understanding the problem, setting realistic goals, and maintaining momentum.

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Why is the system being developed?

This question in the W5HH approach focuses on identifying and evaluating the business justifications for the software project. It ensures alignment with strategic goals and addresses real business needs.

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What will be done?

This question in the W5HH approach involves defining the specific set of tasks, activities, and deliverables required to complete the software project. It outlines the scope and content of the project.

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When will it be accomplished?

This question in the W5HH approach establishes a timeline for the software project by defining key milestones and tasks. It ensures the project is delivered on time.

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Who is responsible?

This question in the W5HH approach clarifies the roles and responsibilities of each team member, stakeholder, and customer. It ensures everyone knows their part in the project.

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Why (W5HH)

Identifies and evaluates the underlying business justifications for the software project. It helps ensure the project aligns with strategic goals and solves real business problems.

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Four Ps of Project Management

The four key aspects of effective project management: People, Product, Process, and Project. These elements work together to ensure success.

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MOI Model for Leadership

Effective project management leadership emphasizes Motivation, Organization, and Ideas (or Innovation). It involves encouraging team members, structuring processes, and fostering creative thinking.

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Stakeholders

Individuals or groups with a vested interest in the project's success, including managers, developers, customers, and end-users.

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Project Team

The group of individuals responsible for executing the software development project, bringing diverse skills and perspectives together.

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Team Structure

The organizational framework of a software team, which can vary from hierarchical and controlled to loosely structured and innovative.

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Software Paradigm (Closed)

A team structure with a traditional hierarchy, emphasizing authority and control. Well-suited for predictable projects similar to past efforts.

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Software Paradigm (Random)

A team structure that is loosely organized and relies on individual initiative. Best for projects requiring innovation and breakthroughs.

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Software Paradigm (Open)

A team structure that balances control with innovation. It combines aspects of both the Closed and Random paradigms.

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Software Paradigm (Synchronous)

A team structure where members work independently on different parts of a project with minimal direct communication. Suitable for tasks that require specialized expertise.

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Software Team Coordination

The process of organizing and connecting the people and teams working on a software project. This includes both formal and informal communication channels.

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Software Team Communication (Formal)

Communicating ideas and updates through structured methods like written documents, meetings, and reports.

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Software Team Communication (Informal)

Spontaneous interactions among team members to share ideas, ask questions, and address problems.

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Study Notes

Project Management Concepts

  • Effective project management focuses on four aspects: People, Product, Process, and Project.
  • People: The most crucial element. Key areas include recruiting, selection, performance management, training, compensation, career development, organization design, and team culture.
  • Product: The software to be built, including objectives, scope, alternative solutions, and constraints.
  • Process: The framework of activities and tasks to complete the project, including tasks, milestones, work products, and quality assurance points.
  • Project: All work needed to create the product, encompassing planning, monitoring, and controlling.

Stakeholders

  • Senior managers define business issues, significantly influencing the project.
  • Project (technical) managers plan, motivate, organize, and control practitioners.
  • Practitioners provide technical skills for product development.
  • Customers specify software requirements.
  • End-users interact with the finished product.

Team Leaders

  • Motivation: Encouraging team members to perform to their best ability.
  • Organization: Developing processes to translate initial concepts into the final product.
  • Ideas/Innovation: Fostering creativity and new ideas, even within existing bounds.
  • Effective project managers possess problem-solving, managerial identity, achievement, influence, and team-building abilities.

Software Teams

  • Factors to consider in selecting a team structure include:
    • Difficulty of the problem to be solved
    • Size of the resultant program
    • Team lifetime
    • Modularity of the problem
    • Quality and reliability requirements
    • Delivery date rigidity
    • Communication needs

Organizational Paradigms

  • Closed paradigm: Teams structured with a traditional hierarchy of authority. Suitable for projects similar to past efforts, less likely to be innovative.
  • Random paradigm: Teams structured loosely, depending on individual initiative. Suitable for projects requiring innovation; struggles with order.
  • Open paradigm: Offers some closed paradigm controls while maintaining innovation. Well-suited for complex problems but may have reduced efficiency.
  • Synchronous paradigm: Teams naturally categorize problems, working on parts with little active communication.

Team Coordination & Communication

  • Modern software development features high scale, uncertainty, and interoperability.
  • Mechanisms for formal (writing, meetings) and informal (daily interaction) communication are crucial.

The Product

  • The product encompasses two main aspects:
    • Software or product scope: Defines what is to be built.
    • Problem decomposition: Breaking down the problem into smaller, manageable parts.

Product Scope

  • Defined by answering questions about the context, information objectives, and function/performance.
  • Scope must be unambiguous and understandable for management and technical levels.

Problem Decomposition

  • Applied to functionality and process to be delivered by the software.
  • Evaluates and refines software functions to get more detailed estimations.
  • Decomposes into part functions, user-visible data objects, or problem classes until defined.

The Process

  • Choosing a process model suitable for both customers and the team is important.
  • Understanding the characteristics of the product and the project environment is necessary.
  • Defining a set of tasks with work products and quality assurance points is a crucial step.

Melding the Product and Process

  • Project planning involves correlating software engineering tasks to common process framework activities.
  • Product function identification and framework activities form the basis for tasks, work products, and project timelines to be managed.
  • Identifying and understanding how each process activity fits into the overall project schedule is critical for planning.

Process Decomposition

  • Breaks down the process into simpler tasks.
  • Key tasks may include defining a list of clarification issues, understanding customer needs, defining the scope, reviewing the scope, and modifying the scope as needed.
  • Adaptations according to project complexity may adjust workflow details

The Project

  • Projects encounter difficulty when team members don't understand customer needs, product scope is unclear, changes are poorly managed, technology changes, business needs are unclear, deadlines are unrealistic, users oppose the development, and the team lacks necessary skills.
  • Avoiding repetition of mistakes and using best practices are crucial.

Common Sense Approach

  • Starting with a thorough understanding of the problem to define clear objectives is critical.
  • Maintaining momentum involves consistent incentives & emphasizing quality in each task.
  • Tracking progress using work products is a vital tool for success.
  • Making sound, concise decisions with the team plays a pivotal role.
  • Post-mortem analysis is required for learning and improvement across projects.

Project - W5HH Approach

  • A framework for addressing project objectives, milestones, schedules, responsibilities, management, technical approaches, and resources.
  • Key questions include: Why, What, When, Who, How

Additional Considerations

  • Organizational location of team members, stakeholders (customer, end-user, etc.)
  • Technical and managerial strategies for project completion
  • Resource estimations based on the project's complexity and scope.
  • W5HH approach applicability irrespective of complexity.

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