Better Software Magazine Articles

The Many Faces of Quality

We're pleased to bring you technical editors who are well respected in their fields. Get their take on everything that relates to the industry, technically speaking. In this issue, Brian Marick explains why he believes the future of software lies in trust and teamwork among the many people who care about quality.
Brian Marick
June 3, 2004
Make What's Counted Count

As a manager, how do you use the data you collect to actually steer your company's actions? One key is to know what the data actually means. Ben Linders shares how telecommunications giant Ericsson began getting the real story behind its numbers.
Ben Linders's picture Ben Linders
June 3, 2004
Estimates: From Wrong to Real

Need a place to go to get the solutions you've been craving? Management Fix is what you've been looking for. In this issue, find out how to create estimates that make sense.
Johanna Rothman's picture Johanna Rothman
June 3, 2004
The Softer Side of Software

We're pleased to bring you technical editors who are well respected in their fields. Get their take on everything that relates to the industry, technically speaking. In this issue, Guest Editor Elisabeth Hendrickson makes the case for solving the people issues behind your software problems.
Elisabeth Hendrickson's picture Elisabeth Hendrickson
June 3, 2004
Tearing Down the Walls

How a tight deadline forced a department to break through the barriers that separate development and testing.
Mary Ann Embry Barbara Deaton
June 2, 2004
The Art of Cultivating Networks

With careful planning, diligent communication, and managerial support, you too can make your web of knowledge grow.
Dave Liebreich
June 2, 2004
Teamwork Can Be Child's Play

Turn to The Last Word, where software professionals who care about quality give you their opinion on hot topics. This month, find out why Carol Dekkers thinks watching children at play can teach you quite a bit about teamwork.
Carol Dekkers
April 16, 2004
Two Candidates. One Position

Need a place to go to get the solutions you’ve been raving? Management Fix is what you’ve been looking for. In this issue, find out how to choose between two great candidates when you have only one open position.
Johanna Rothman's picture Johanna Rothman
April 16, 2004
A Fond Farewell

Get our technical editors’ take on everything that relates to the industry, technically speaking. In this issue, Esther Derby says farewell, but as she goes, she leaves some parting tips on writing.
Esther Derby's picture Esther Derby
April 16, 2004
Saving a Sinking Project

The project that was going to jump-start your career is sinking fast: The product is behind schedule, over budget, and riddled with bugs. Your “ship” is taking on water, and your team is threatening mutiny. How did you get into this mess? And how will you get out? Peter Clark shows you how to navigate the waters of project management.
Peter Clark
April 14, 2004

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