{"product_id":"9780768684926","title":"Introduction to the Team Software Process(sm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWatts Humphrey is the visionary behind the \u003cb\u003eCapability Maturity Model (CMM)(R)\u003c\/b\u003e and the \u003cb\u003ePersonal Software Process (PSP) (sm)\u003c\/b\u003e. The CMM contains a framework for software process improvement at the organizational level. The PSP builds the self-discipline needed for individual programmers to work efficiently and effectively. The author's new \u003cb\u003eTeam Software Process (TSP) (sm)\u003c\/b\u003e details methods to guide the formation of software development teams, to motivate their work, and to enhance their productivity. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book describes an introductory version of TSP, ideal for smaller projects but also useful for learning basic techniques and procedures that apply to other development projects. Methods presented include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ehow to establish roles; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to conceive, design, and plan a project; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to track and report on progress. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book walks readers through a complete development cycle, illustrating: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ehow best to use the talents at hand; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to formulate well-defined goals; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to coordinate activities for maximum progress; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to promote effective communication; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to alleviate many of the conflicts that undermine teamwork. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeam members should not have to expend valuable time and energy reinventing ways to organize and run their team. By following a proven process, the team will more quickly be able to focus on the successful completion of the project itself. To help a team course apply these methods, the book provides two project exercises, with prescribed development goals and team roles. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pearson Education","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47116448628976,"sku":"9780768684926","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780768684926_p0.jpg?v=1763661553","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780768684926","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}