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Written for software developers seeking career advancement, this book describes the discipline and process of writing specifications as well as the human aspects of the practice that are challenging to software architects. It compares the major object-oriented and network technologies, presents options for managing complexity on a small scale, and offers advice on developing leadership and team building skills. The second edition adds sections on enterprise architecture and model-driven development.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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Insights and solutions for software architects to their most vexing problems. Topics covered include indentifying the best model for any project, executing heavyweight or lightweight approaches to software architecture, and addressing scalability. Softcover.
Software Architect Bootcamp FROM THE PUBLISHER
Become a great software architecthands-on! Define architectures that leverage today's best design patterns Maximize scalability and technical flexibility Lead your technical organization to successful implementation
Your hands-on "field manual" for becoming a great software architect!
This hands-on "field manual" gives developers the essential skills they need to survive and thrive as software architects! You'll find insightful, real-world coverage of everything from design patterns to prototyping, business case development to leadership.
Leading software architects Raphael Malveau and Thomas Mowbray share profound insights and practical solutions for all the key challenges of architectures using objects, components, and distributed Internet computing, showing how to avoid time-consuming pitfalls and costly errors. You'll master proven methods for: Identifying the best architectural model for any project Executing heavyweight or lightweight approaches to software architecture Addressing scalability and long-term business flexibility Making the most of abstraction, refactoring, and architectural prototyping Leveraging superior design patterns to improve your implementations
With hands-on exercises, real-life war stories, and a take-no-prisoners attitude, Software Architect Bootcamp won't just help you become a great software architect: it'll help you become a true technical leader of your organization.
SYNOPSIS
Written for software developers seeking career advancement, this book describes the discipline and process of writing specifications as well as the human aspects of the practice that are challenging to software architects. It compares the major object-oriented and network technologies, presents options for managing complexity on a small scale, and offers advice on developing leadership and team building skills. The second edition adds sections on enterprise architecture and model-driven development. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR