Software Engineering vs Programming Skills Quiz
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What is the main difference between software engineering and software development/programming?

  • Software engineering is a subset of software development, focusing on large-scale projects.
  • Software development focuses on coding, while software engineering focuses on design.
  • There is no difference; the terms are used interchangeably.
  • Software engineering involves a more structured and disciplined approach to developing software. (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a typical skill expected of a software engineer?

  • Understanding of object-oriented design principles
  • Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
  • Expertise in hardware design and architecture (correct)
  • Proficiency in a specific programming language

    • What is the significance of the work 'The Mythical Man-Month' by Fred Brooks?

  • It proposed the use of object-oriented programming as a software development paradigm.
  • It highlighted the importance of software testing and quality assurance.
  • It introduced the concept of agile software development.
  • It demonstrated that adding more developers to a late project does not necessarily speed up its completion. (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT typically considered a foundational topic in computer science?

    <p>Software testing methodologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Margaret Hamilton's work on the Apollo 11 flight software?

    <p>She led the team that developed the software that powered the Apollo 11 moon landing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why development teams can get stuck in a project, according to the text?

    <p>Poor project planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'Two pizzas rule' proposed by Jeff Bezos related to?

    <p>Limiting the number of team members for effective collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between commercial software projects and traditional project management, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Software projects require different methodologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the main challenge in software engineering, according to the text?

    <p>Balancing client demands and project constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause mentioned in the text for why software projects fail?

    <p>Underestimation of time and budget requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of software engineering, what is emphasized as a necessary shift from plan-driven approaches?

    <p>Agile methodology over waterfall methodology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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