Software Engineering Concepts Quiz

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What is a potential drawback of noncertified individuals practicing software engineering?

Improved software quality
Increased security risks (correct)
Greater customer satisfaction
Enhanced collaborative skills

Noncertified individuals can produce high-quality software without errors.

False (B)

List one possible drawback of allowing noncertified individuals to practice software engineering.

Poor Quality or Security Risks

Noncertified software engineers may create software that has many ________.

errors Signup and view all the answers

Match the drawbacks of noncertified individuals in software engineering with their descriptions:

Poor Quality = Software may have many errors. Security Risks = Software may be easy to hack. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of model-driven engineering?

Creating abstract representations of systems (C) Signup and view all the answers

Model-driven engineering eliminates the need for coding entirely.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a software engineering manager when considering model-driven engineering?

To evaluate the proposal and assess its advantages and implementation feasibility. Signup and view all the answers

In model-driven engineering, a ______ is often used to generate code and other artifacts.

model Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Code Generation = Automatically creating source code from models Model Transformation = Converting one model into another Domain-Specific Language = A language tailored to a specific problem domain Model Repository = A storage system for models Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'maintainability' in a system?

The ease of updating and fixing the system (A) Signup and view all the answers

The primary purpose of a box and line diagram is to communicate with stakeholders.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are non-functional requirements in a system?

Performance, Security, Availability, Maintainability Signup and view all the answers

The ______ of a system determines how secure it is against threats.

security Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of system performance with their descriptions:

Availability = How often the system should be available Performance = Speed of system operations Security = Extent to which the system is protected Maintainability = Ease of updating and fixing the system Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential downside of using prototypes in development?

They may lack important complete features. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Prototypes are always thoroughly tested for security before being used.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of utilizing prototypes during early development stages?

It allows government to see the system early and provide feedback. Signup and view all the answers

Prototypes often result in _____ due to their untested security.

security risks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of prototypes with their descriptions:

Quick feedback = Stakeholder involvement early in development Incomplete requirements = System may lack key features Technical debt = Prototype may not be maintainable or scalable Security risks = Prototypes often not tested for security Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Security Risks

Non-certified software engineers might not have the necessary knowledge or experience to implement security best practices, making the software vulnerable to hacking.

Software Quality Drawbacks

Software produced without proper certification may be full of errors and bugs, leading to poor functionality.

Ethical Concerns

Lack of certification could signal a lack of commitment to professional standards and ethical practices, increasing the risk of unethical behavior.

Compliance Issues

Without certification, the software may not meet industry standards or regulations, limiting its usability and marketability.