Practical Software Development for
Computational Scientists and Engineers
Terry Sloan
t.sloan@epcc.ed.ac.uk
(Module Coordinator)
in which we aim to introduce potentially useful techniques
and related tools to assist the process of turning hackers
into programmers into software engineers
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Learning Outcomes
Develop and maintain multi-file programs in Unix
Recognise and implement the key stages in
code design and construction
Produce a test plan
Understand the benefits from the application of
process
Propose approaches to manage project risks
Develop a professional approach to software
development
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Course Structure
Source Code Management
– revision control, build management
Software Design
– requirements, evaluation, abstract data types
Testing
– developer testing, test management
Software Projects
– process, risk management, estimation
– Communication, brief case study
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Housekeeping
Attendance sheet
Smart cards
Safety procedures
Feedback form
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