Software Conflict 2.0: The Art and Science of Software Engineering
updates and expands a neglected classic in the field. The nearly 60
essays in this book--always easily digestible, often profound, and
never too serious--are the work of pioneer Robert L. Glass, 50 year
software veteran, and author or editor of more than 25 books,
including the recent bestseller Facts and Fallacies of Software
Engineering. As loyal Glass readers have come to expect, Software
Conflict 2.0 takes up large themes and important questions, never
shying away from controversy. Robert Glass has a unique
perspective, owing partly to his longevity in the field, partly to
his breadth and depth of experience as a practitioner, and partly
to his experiences on multiple continents crossing back and forth
between the worlds of the university and the professional
programming shop. No matter what unique corner of the software
engineering world you call home--be it aerospace or
e-commerce--whether you are a researcher, hardcore coder,
consultant, or manager, Software Conflict 2.0 tackles questions and
conflicts that you will recognize. Bob Glass's wide and deep
perspective on the art and science of software engineering will
widen and deepen your own perspective. Pragmatic Programmer Andy
Hunt writes in his Foreword to this book, "Eleventh-century
philosopher Pierre Abelard taught that, 'The beginning of wisdom is
found in doubting; by doubting we come to the question, and by
seeking we may come upon the truth.' Welcome to Bob's essays on
software conflict. Here you'll find the seeds of doubt, some
underlying questions, and a fellow seeker." We couldn't agree more.
The first edition of Software Conflict was published circa 1990
and, until now, has been out of print for some time. Why? Mainly
because that s the normal pattern for software books: a new book is
hot when it hits the streets, but then trends change, paradigms
shift, and eventually the publisher stops placing orders with the
printer. As hundreds of new books are published every year, a real
treasure can be buried in the shifting sands. Sometimes the
significance of a software book transcends the endless cycle of
trends and revolutions. In fact, some of the great software books
continue to be discussed even decades after their original
publication. Why do people keep reading these "dated" software
engineering books? Because the insights of these great books are
timeless, as valid today as they were yesterday. Because these
insights help us become better software professionals, better
researchers, better managers. And because the writings of a
computing pioneer like Robert L. Glass might just reveal something
about where we are today and where we re headed. Software Conflict
2.0 features six new essays by Robert Glass and a new Foreword by
Andrew Hunt of the Pragmatic Programmers.
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