CS-487 Midterm Spring 2025 Questions
With All Correct & Verified Answers
User Requirements Correct answer-* Describes what activities that users must be able to perform
* Also called "user needs"
System Requirements Correct answer-Technical specifications used to develop the system and
meet the user requirements.
User Stories Correct answer-Plain-language description of a user's need for the software under
development, usually phrased as "(who) wants to (do what) so that they can (do what)".
Agile Development Correct answer-A software development methodology that delivers
functionality in rapid iterations, measured in weeks, requiring frequent communication,
development, testing, and delivery. Usually carried out by small teams. Highly responsive to changing
requirements. Best used for small to medium-sized projects.
Plan-driven development Correct answer-A method of software development where all activities
are planned in advance. Progress is measured against the plan.
Waterfall Model Correct answer-The most popular model. In this cycle, each phase must be
completely finished before the next begins
Eight codes of ethics. (Not sure how important this one will be to know so don't stress over it. ¯\
_(ツ)_/¯) Correct answer-1. PUBLIC - Software engineers shall act consistently with the public
interest.
2. CLIENT AND EMPLOYER - Software engineers shall act in a manner that is in the best interests of
their client and employer consistent with the public interest.
3. PRODUCT - Software engineers shall ensure that their products and related modifications meet the
highest professional standards possible.
4. JUDGMENT - Software engineers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional
judgment.
5. MANAGEMENT - Software engineering managers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an
ethical approach to the management of software development and maintenance.
6. PROFESSION - Software engineers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession
consistent with the public interest.
7. COLLEAGUES - Software engineers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues.
8. SELF - Software engineers shall participate in lifelong learning regarding the practice of their
profession and shall promote an ethical approach to the practice of the profession.
https://ethics.acm.org/code-of-ethics/software-engineering-code/
Sections of a plan to support a dependable process. Correct answer-* Introduction
* Roles and responsibility
* Requirements, process, and review.
* Verification activities
* Audit plan
(See study guide for more detail)
Fields of a test case table Correct answer-* ID for indexing
With All Correct & Verified Answers
User Requirements Correct answer-* Describes what activities that users must be able to perform
* Also called "user needs"
System Requirements Correct answer-Technical specifications used to develop the system and
meet the user requirements.
User Stories Correct answer-Plain-language description of a user's need for the software under
development, usually phrased as "(who) wants to (do what) so that they can (do what)".
Agile Development Correct answer-A software development methodology that delivers
functionality in rapid iterations, measured in weeks, requiring frequent communication,
development, testing, and delivery. Usually carried out by small teams. Highly responsive to changing
requirements. Best used for small to medium-sized projects.
Plan-driven development Correct answer-A method of software development where all activities
are planned in advance. Progress is measured against the plan.
Waterfall Model Correct answer-The most popular model. In this cycle, each phase must be
completely finished before the next begins
Eight codes of ethics. (Not sure how important this one will be to know so don't stress over it. ¯\
_(ツ)_/¯) Correct answer-1. PUBLIC - Software engineers shall act consistently with the public
interest.
2. CLIENT AND EMPLOYER - Software engineers shall act in a manner that is in the best interests of
their client and employer consistent with the public interest.
3. PRODUCT - Software engineers shall ensure that their products and related modifications meet the
highest professional standards possible.
4. JUDGMENT - Software engineers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional
judgment.
5. MANAGEMENT - Software engineering managers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an
ethical approach to the management of software development and maintenance.
6. PROFESSION - Software engineers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession
consistent with the public interest.
7. COLLEAGUES - Software engineers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues.
8. SELF - Software engineers shall participate in lifelong learning regarding the practice of their
profession and shall promote an ethical approach to the practice of the profession.
https://ethics.acm.org/code-of-ethics/software-engineering-code/
Sections of a plan to support a dependable process. Correct answer-* Introduction
* Roles and responsibility
* Requirements, process, and review.
* Verification activities
* Audit plan
(See study guide for more detail)
Fields of a test case table Correct answer-* ID for indexing
