Software Measurement and Estimation

This book serves as a practical guide to metrics and quantitative software estimation Begins with the foundations of measurement and metrics, and then focuses on techniques and tools for estimation of the required effort and the resulting quality of a software project Addresses how software effort estimation can be used to create more accurate estimates, justify estimates based on data, decrease the risks of missing deadlines and cost targets, plus more Numerous examples illustrate how to use the tools and methodologies to solve real problems