Lebanese standards for software development process. (c1998)

Abstract

It is well-known that "software engineers" in Lebanon do not use standard methods. The common belief is that using standards might add to the cost of the software. This work goes against the common belief and emphasizes software quality and documentation. In this project, we propose standards for software development in Lebanon and present guidelines for using these standards. The proposed standards are based on IEEE's and ISO's standards and on personal experience. They are simplified and tailored to suit the small- to minimum-size activities of lebanese software organizations. The proposed guidelines are presented in a checklist easy-to-use fashion.