About this Course
This Specialization is designed for people who are new to software engineering. It's also for those who have already developed software, but wish to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying context and theory of software development practices. At the end of this Specialization, we expect learners to be able to: 1.) Build high-quality and secure software using SDLC methodologies such as agile, lean, and traditional/waterfall. 2.) Analyze a software development team's SDLC methodology and make recommendations for improvements. 3.) Compare and contrast software development methodologies with respect to environmental, organizational, and product constraints
What You'll Learn
- Analyze software development processes from traditional, secure, agile, and lean perspectives
- Describe trade-offs among development philosophies under various constraints
- Explain exemplary processes within each development philosophy
- Perform activities aligned with each philosophy’s principles
Prerequisites
- Basic familiarity with terminology and concepts
- Willingness to engage in practical exercises and case studies
Instructors
Kevin Wendt
Director of Graduate Studies, Software Engineering
Praveen Mittal
Adjunct Professor