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According to the passage, what was the primary motivation behind the creation of software engineering as a concept?
According to the passage, what was the primary motivation behind the creation of software engineering as a concept?
- To simplify the process of developing software for space programs
- To integrate hardware and software development processes
- To standardize programming languages and coding practices
- To improve software quality and meet deadlines and budgets (correct)
Who is credited with coining the term 'software engineering'?
Who is credited with coining the term 'software engineering'?
- Edsger Dijkstra
- Margaret Hamilton (correct)
- Grace Hopper
- Alan Turing
What was the primary conclusion of the NATO conference in Garmisch Partenkirchen regarding software engineering?
What was the primary conclusion of the NATO conference in Garmisch Partenkirchen regarding software engineering?
- Software engineering should prioritize security and performance
- Software engineering should use established engineering principles (correct)
- Software engineering should focus on object-oriented programming
- Software engineering should adopt agile methodologies
What distinguishes the concept of 'stored program' from earlier programming methods?
What distinguishes the concept of 'stored program' from earlier programming methods?
According to the passage, what were the two orthogonal views of software development?
According to the passage, what were the two orthogonal views of software development?
Which of the following is NOT considered a part of software development activities?
Which of the following is NOT considered a part of software development activities?
What is the primary purpose of a software development methodology?
What is the primary purpose of a software development methodology?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the software development process mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the software development process mentioned in the text?
What is the relationship between software and associated documentation, as defined in the text?
What is the relationship between software and associated documentation, as defined in the text?
What is the primary purpose of software testing in the software development process?
What is the primary purpose of software testing in the software development process?
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