Structured Analysis and System Specification [Hardcover] Tom DeMarco

Description

1979 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure. Former library book has some markings and labels from the library.

This well-worn copy of Tom DeMarco’s “Structured Analysis and System Specification” is a testament to its enduring impact on the field of software engineering. Published in 1979, this seminal work introduced the structured analysis methodology, a groundbreaking approach to understanding and documenting complex systems. DeMarco’s clear and concise writing style made the book accessible to a wide audience, and it quickly became a standard reference for system analysts and designers.

Despite its age, this book remains relevant today, as many of the principles and techniques it outlines are still widely used in modern software development practices. The library markings and wear on this copy speak to its popularity and frequent use, as generations of students and professionals have turned to its pages for guidance and insight.

For collectors and readers alike, this edition holds significant historical value as an early work that helped shape the discipline of software engineering. Its well-preserved pages and secure binding ensure that DeMarco’s influential ideas can continue to be studied and appreciated by those interested in the evolution of system analysis and design methodologies.