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Software development lifecycle, design patterns, architecture, and professional practices

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Software Engineering Curriculum

15
Core Units
~220
Engineering Concepts
8
Methodologies
12
Tools & Frameworks
1

Software Development Life Cycle

Understand the phases and methodologies for managing software projects from conception to deployment.

  • SDLC phases and models
  • Waterfall methodology
  • Agile and Scrum frameworks
  • DevOps integration
  • Requirements gathering
  • Project planning and estimation
  • Risk management
  • Quality assurance processes
2

Requirements Engineering

Learn to gather, analyze, and document software requirements effectively.

  • Stakeholder identification
  • Functional requirements
  • Non-functional requirements
  • Use case modeling
  • User stories and acceptance criteria
  • Requirements traceability
  • Change management
  • Requirements validation techniques
3

Software Design Principles

Master fundamental design principles for creating maintainable and scalable software systems.

  • SOLID principles
  • DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself)
  • KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid)
  • Separation of concerns
  • Loose coupling and high cohesion
  • Abstraction and encapsulation
  • Design by contract
  • Principle of least privilege
4

Design Patterns

Implement proven solutions to common programming problems using established design patterns.

  • Creational patterns (Singleton, Factory)
  • Structural patterns (Adapter, Decorator)
  • Behavioral patterns (Observer, Strategy)
  • MVC and MVP patterns
  • Repository pattern
  • Dependency injection
  • Command pattern
  • Anti-patterns to avoid
5

Software Architecture

Design high-level system structures and architectural patterns for complex applications.

  • Architectural styles and patterns
  • Layered architecture
  • Microservices architecture
  • Event-driven architecture
  • Service-oriented architecture (SOA)
  • Monolithic vs distributed systems
  • Scalability and performance
  • Architecture documentation
6

Software Testing

Implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.

  • Testing fundamentals and types
  • Unit testing and TDD
  • Integration testing
  • System and acceptance testing
  • Performance testing
  • Security testing
  • Test automation frameworks
  • Code coverage and metrics
7

Version Control and Collaboration

Master tools and practices for managing code changes and team collaboration.

  • Git fundamentals and workflows
  • Branching strategies
  • Merge conflicts resolution
  • Code review processes
  • Continuous integration
  • Release management
  • Documentation practices
  • Team collaboration tools
8

Project Management

Apply project management methodologies and tools for successful software delivery.

  • Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Sprint planning and execution
  • Estimation techniques
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Team dynamics and leadership
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Progress tracking and reporting
  • Change management
9

Software Quality Assurance

Establish processes and standards to maintain high software quality throughout development.

  • Quality metrics and KPIs
  • Code review standards
  • Static analysis tools
  • Quality gates and checkpoints
  • Defect tracking and management
  • Process improvement
  • Standards compliance
  • Quality assurance automation
10

Database Design and Management

Design efficient database schemas and implement data management strategies.

  • Database design principles
  • Normalization and denormalization
  • Entity-relationship modeling
  • SQL optimization
  • Database transactions
  • Backup and recovery strategies
  • Data migration techniques
  • NoSQL database considerations
11

Security Engineering

Implement security best practices and protect applications from common vulnerabilities.

  • Secure coding practices
  • Common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
  • Authentication and authorization
  • Data encryption and protection
  • Security testing methodologies
  • Privacy by design
  • Compliance and regulations
  • Incident response planning
12

Performance Engineering

Optimize software performance through profiling, monitoring, and systematic improvements.

  • Performance requirements definition
  • Profiling and benchmarking
  • Load testing strategies
  • Performance optimization techniques
  • Scalability planning
  • Monitoring and alerting
  • Capacity planning
  • Performance regression testing
13

DevOps and Deployment

Implement continuous integration and deployment practices for reliable software delivery.

  • CI/CD pipeline design
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Configuration management
  • Automated testing integration
  • Deployment strategies
  • Monitoring and logging
  • Rollback and recovery procedures
14

Software Maintenance and Evolution

Manage software changes, updates, and long-term system evolution effectively.

  • Types of software maintenance
  • Legacy system modernization
  • Refactoring strategies
  • Technical debt management
  • Change impact analysis
  • Version management
  • Documentation maintenance
  • End-of-life planning
15

Professional Development

Develop professional skills and ethical practices for a successful software engineering career.

  • Software engineering ethics
  • Professional communication
  • Technical leadership skills
  • Mentoring and knowledge sharing
  • Continuous learning strategies
  • Industry trends and technologies
  • Career development planning
  • Open source contribution

Unit 1: Software Development Life Cycle

Understand the phases and methodologies for managing software projects from conception to deployment.

SDLC Phases and Models

Learn the fundamental phases of software development and compare different lifecycle models for project success.

Waterfall Methodology

Understand the sequential approach to software development with distinct phases and documentation requirements.

Agile and Scrum Frameworks

Master iterative development approaches with sprints, user stories, and adaptive planning techniques.

DevOps Integration

Integrate development and operations practices for continuous delivery and improved collaboration.

Requirements Gathering

Systematically collect and analyze stakeholder needs to define clear project objectives and scope.

Project Planning and Estimation

Develop realistic timelines, resource allocation, and effort estimation using proven methodologies.

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks throughout the software development process.

Quality Assurance Processes

Implement systematic approaches to ensure software quality at every stage of development.

Unit 2: Requirements Engineering

Learn to gather, analyze, and document software requirements effectively.

Stakeholder Identification

Identify all parties affected by the software system and understand their needs and constraints.

Functional Requirements

Define what the system should do, including specific behaviors, functions, and capabilities.

Non-Functional Requirements

Specify quality attributes like performance, security, usability, and scalability constraints.

Use Case Modeling

Create visual representations of system interactions and user scenarios for clear communication.

User Stories and Acceptance Criteria

Write concise, user-focused requirements with clear definitions of completion and success.

Requirements Traceability

Maintain links between requirements, design elements, and test cases for comprehensive coverage.

Change Management

Handle evolving requirements through structured processes for evaluation and implementation.

Requirements Validation Techniques

Verify requirements accuracy through reviews, prototyping, and stakeholder feedback sessions.

Unit 3: Software Design Principles

Master fundamental design principles for creating maintainable and scalable software systems.

SOLID Principles

Apply Single Responsibility, Open/Closed, Liskov Substitution, Interface Segregation, and Dependency Inversion principles.

DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself)

Eliminate code duplication through abstraction, functions, and reusable components for maintainability.

KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid)

Favor simple solutions over complex ones to improve readability, testing, and long-term maintenance.

Separation of Concerns

Organize code into distinct sections that handle specific aspects of functionality independently.

Loose Coupling and High Cohesion

Design modules with minimal dependencies and strong internal relationships for flexibility.

Abstraction and Encapsulation

Hide implementation details and expose only necessary interfaces for cleaner system architecture.

Design by Contract

Specify precise interface contracts with preconditions, postconditions, and invariants.

Principle of Least Privilege

Grant minimal necessary access rights and permissions to enhance system security and stability.

Unit 4: Design Patterns

Implement proven solutions to common programming problems using established design patterns.

Creational Patterns

Master Singleton, Factory, Builder, and Prototype patterns for object creation and instantiation control.

Structural Patterns

Apply Adapter, Decorator, Facade, and Composite patterns for organizing classes and objects effectively.

Behavioral Patterns

Implement Observer, Strategy, Command, and State patterns