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What percentage of the world's population is expected to have a software-controlled mobile phone by 2016?
What percentage of the world's population is expected to have a software-controlled mobile phone by 2016?
What is a key characteristic of software systems?
What is a key characteristic of software systems?
What is a challenge of software engineering?
What is a challenge of software engineering?
Why is there no universal notation, method, or technique for software engineering?
Why is there no universal notation, method, or technique for software engineering?
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What is an example of a software-intensive industry?
What is an example of a software-intensive industry?
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What is a consequence of the lack of physical constraints in software systems?
What is a consequence of the lack of physical constraints in software systems?
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What is an example of a type of software system?
What is an example of a type of software system?
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What is essential for the functioning of government, society, and national and international businesses and institutions?
What is essential for the functioning of government, society, and national and international businesses and institutions?
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What is driving the need for change in software engineering?
What is driving the need for change in software engineering?
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What is a major concern when it comes to software systems accessed through a web page or web service interface?
What is a major concern when it comes to software systems accessed through a web page or web service interface?
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What is the goal of new tools and techniques in software engineering?
What is the goal of new tools and techniques in software engineering?
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What is software engineering, according to the text?
What is software engineering, according to the text?
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What is a key challenge in software engineering, according to the text?
What is a key challenge in software engineering, according to the text?
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What range of scales do software systems need to be developed across?
What range of scales do software systems need to be developed across?
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Why do we need new tools and techniques in software engineering?
Why do we need new tools and techniques in software engineering?
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What is a key aspect of software engineering, according to the text?
What is a key aspect of software engineering, according to the text?
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What is the main purpose of professional societies and institutions in setting ethical standards?
What is the main purpose of professional societies and institutions in setting ethical standards?
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What is an example of a relatively trivial form of computer misuse?
What is an example of a relatively trivial form of computer misuse?
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What is the focus of the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
What is the focus of the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics?
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Why do professional associations publish a code of conduct or code of ethics?
Why do professional associations publish a code of conduct or code of ethics?
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What is the purpose of lifelong learning in the practice of software engineering?
What is the purpose of lifelong learning in the practice of software engineering?
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What is the main focus of the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics in Figure 1.3?
What is the main focus of the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics in Figure 1.3?
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What is expected of members of professional associations when they sign up for membership?
What is expected of members of professional associations when they sign up for membership?
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What is an example of a serious form of computer misuse?
What is an example of a serious form of computer misuse?
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What is one of the fundamental ideas of software engineering?
What is one of the fundamental ideas of software engineering?
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What is an important aspect of a software engineer's responsibilities?
What is an important aspect of a software engineer's responsibilities?
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What do professional societies publish to guide software engineers?
What do professional societies publish to guide software engineers?
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What is the focus of the article 'Software Engineering Code of Ethics Is Approved'?
What is the focus of the article 'Software Engineering Code of Ethics Is Approved'?
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What is the title of the book that covers all aspects of IT ethics?
What is the title of the book that covers all aspects of IT ethics?
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What is the title of the special issue of IEEE Computer that focuses on software engineering ethics?
What is the title of the special issue of IEEE Computer that focuses on software engineering ethics?
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Who is the author of the article 'A View of 20th and 21st Century Software Engineering'?
Who is the author of the article 'A View of 20th and 21st Century Software Engineering'?
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What do software engineers have responsibilities to, apart from the engineering profession?
What do software engineers have responsibilities to, apart from the engineering profession?
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What is the primary function of data collection systems?
What is the primary function of data collection systems?
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What is a characteristic of embedded control systems?
What is a characteristic of embedded control systems?
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What is the purpose of batch processing systems?
What is the purpose of batch processing systems?
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What is a characteristic of systems of systems?
What is a characteristic of systems of systems?
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What is a challenge of developing software for embedded control systems?
What is a challenge of developing software for embedded control systems?
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What is the purpose of cloud-based systems in data analysis?
What is the purpose of cloud-based systems in data analysis?
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What is a characteristic of software development for different types of systems?
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What is an example of how batch processing systems are used?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Software Engineering
- Software engineering is crucial for the functioning of government, society, and national and international businesses and institutions.
- Software is essential for national infrastructures and utilities, industrial manufacturing and distribution, the financial system, and entertainment.
Characteristics of Software Systems
- Software systems are abstract and intangible, not constrained by physical laws or manufacturing processes.
- This allows for great flexibility, but also makes software systems prone to complexity and expensive to change.
Types of Software Systems
- Embedded systems (e.g., in portable or wearable devices)
- Data collection and analysis systems (e.g., collecting data from sensors and sending it for processing)
- Systems of systems (e.g., enterprise resource planning systems composed of multiple software systems)
- Batch processing systems (e.g., used in conjunction with web-based transaction systems)
Challenges in Software Engineering
- The need for fast delivery of new software systems and rapid changes to existing ones.
- Ensuring security and trust in software systems, especially for remote systems accessed through the web.
- Developing software across a wide range of scales, from small embedded systems to large, cloud-based systems.
Software Engineering Diversity
- Software engineering involves a systematic approach, considering practical costs, schedules, and dependability issues, as well as customer and producer needs.
Ethics in Software Engineering
- Professional societies and institutions, such as the ACM and IEEE, publish codes of ethics and professional conduct for software engineers.
- These codes establish standards for ethical behavior, including fairness, integrity, and lifelong learning.
- Software engineers have responsibilities to the engineering profession and society, beyond just technical issues.
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Introduction to software engineering, highlighting its importance in modern society, government, and industries. Learn how software is integral to national infrastructures and electronic products.