Evaluation of the Applicability of a Quality Model for Object Oriented Design Specifications

• Denia K. Rezende UCB
• Walcélio L. Melo UCB

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/sbqs.2004.16190

Abstract

Software quality models emerged as a way of identifying and evaluating important quality factors that need to be evaluated during the software developmental process. These models can supply project managers with design-making information allowing them to take important decisions to minimize risks. The goal of this paper is to evaluate the applicability of a quality model for object-oriented specifications called “Manual para Controle da Qualidade de Especificações Orientadas a Objetos” (manual for quality control of object-oriented specifications) proposed by Beaufond [1]. This model relies on the evaluation method proposed by Rocha [2]. For evaluating such model case studies were carried out. The model of reference utilized was “Manual para controle da Qualidade de Especificações Orientada a Objeto” (manual for quality control of object-oriented specifications) proposed by Beaufond [1]. The reasons that led us to adapt the formerly mentioned manual are shown here. A list of questions that were raised during the process of evaluation is presented.

Keywords: Software quality, Software metrics, Thresholds, Object-oriented specifications, Quality model

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