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The Problems of Specifications
Author(s) -
Gwaspari J.
Publication year - 1996
Publication title -
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Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.638
H-Index - 51
eISSN - 1477-9730
pISSN - 0031-868X
DOI - 10.1111/0031-868x.00040
Subject(s) - confusion , computer science , software requirements specification , language of temporal ordering specification , programming language specification , software engineering , formal specification , programming language , software development , software , software design , psychology , inductive programming , programming domain , programming paradigm , psychoanalysis
Based on his personal experiences with preparing specifications, the author defines the objective of a specification and lists particular problems that may arise when confusion of purpose exists. Guidelines for drawing up a specification are then presented. Finally it is emphasized that communication between provider and client is the most essential factor in achieving a successful specification.