Software Project Management for Distributed Computing : Life-Cycle Methods for Developing Scalable and Reliable Tools : Springer : 9783319853703 : 3319853708 : 21 Jul 2018 : This unique volume explores cutting-edge management approaches to developing complex software that is efficient, scalable, sustainable, and suitable for distributed environments. Practical insights are offered by an international selection of pre-eminent authorities, including case studies, best practices, and balanced corporate analyses. Emphasis is placed on the use of the latest software technologies and frameworks for life-cycle methods, including the design, implementation and testing stages of software development.  Topics and features: ·         Reviews approaches for reusability, cost and time estimation, and for functional size measurement of distributed software applications ·         Discusses the core characteristics of a large-scale defense system, and the design of software project management (SPM)