Questions and Answers
Who is credited with coining the term 'software engineering' earlier than the NATO conference?
Margaret Hamilton
Which organization held a conference on software engineering in 1968?
NATO
What is the acronym for the common software engineering body of knowledge?
SWEBOK
Why is it essential for students and practitioners to understand the basic concepts of software engineering?
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How has the nature of computer software changed in the last forty-five years?
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Which trend was largely hidden from public view during the computerization of society?
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What is the main focus of this text?
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Which software evolution is used as an example in this text?
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Study Notes
Software Engineering
- Margaret Hamilton is credited with coining the term 'software engineering' earlier than the NATO conference.
- The NATO Science Committee held a conference on software engineering in 1968.
- The acronym for the common software engineering body of knowledge is SWEBOK.
Importance of Software Engineering
- It is essential for students and practitioners to understand the basic concepts of software engineering.
Evolution of Computer Software
- The nature of computer software has changed significantly over the last forty-five years.
- The trend of software evolution was largely hidden from public view during the computerization of society.
Focus of the Text
- The main focus of this text is to discuss software engineering and its evolution.
Software Evolution Example
- The on-board computer system of the Apollo spacecraft is used as an example of software evolution in this text.
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Test your knowledge on the history and importance of software engineering with this quiz. Explore the origins of the term and its significance in the field of computer software.
