A value-based approach to predicting system properties from design

Authors:
Chris Scaffidi;Ashish Arora;Shawn Butler;Mary Shaw
Affiliations:
Carnegie Mellon University;Carnegie Mellon University;Carnegie Mellon University;Carnegie Mellon University
Venue:
EDSER '05 Proceedings of the seventh international workshop on Economics-driven software engineering research
Year:
2005

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Abstract

Traditional engineering requires evaluating designs before implementing them. Evaluating a design predicts the properties of a reasonable implementation and the value of these properties to a stakeholder. Software engineering has some (though not enough) relevant evaluation techniques but lacks frameworks to compare, develop, and apply those techniques in a manner that respects h value varies by stakeholder. We present an adaptation of economists' value models that, given a design and a development method, predicts value to a client. We give examples supporting our approach. Even in its preliminary state, our approach helps to explain and characterize design evaluation techniques and shows sufficient promise to justify further development.