Training
FPA Using Introductory Case Studies (IFPUG 4.3 Compliant)
Overview
The most effective approach to becoming proficient in the Function Point Analysis technique is through hands-on practical experience. This one-day seminar provides attendees with the opportunity to use what they have previously learned about Function Point Counting by applying the concepts in a series of exercises and case studies. Participants will work in a team environment.
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What the Attendees Will Learn
This seminar will allow attendees to apply the fundamentals of function point counting. The participants will gain experience in:
- Counting through an overview of the function point counting process
- Organizing a function point count
- Collecting the data necessary to perform a function point count
- Establishing new development project function point counts
- Establishing enhancement project function point counts
- Establishing application function point counts
Who Should Attend
- Programmers, Programmer Analysts
- Business Analysts, Software Managers
- Project Managers, Program Managers
- Quality Assurance Analysts and Managers
- Beginning to Intermediate Function Point Counters
Course Outline
Function Point Overview
- The Process, Type of Counts, Data Functions, Transactions Functions
- Function Point Analysis Processing Logic, General System Characteristics
- Practical Examples available in the IFPUG Case Studies
Workshop Exercises
- Data Function Types
- Transactional Function Types
Workshop Case Studies
- Case Study 1 – A new development project
- Case Study 2 – An enhancement project
- Case Study 3 – An enhancement project to an existing application that has been counted
- Case Study 4 – Establishing an application function point count
Information
To find out more about these training classes, contact us at 610.644.2856 or email us at info@davidconsultinggroup.com.