CIS 460 Stw Configuration Management & Packaging
This course introduces the students to the basics of SCM. The topics include the definitions, a discussion of the benefits of SCM, and an overview of the management of SCM at both organizational and project/program levels. The participants learn different types of software configuration libraries and how to use them to balance the needs for flexibility and stability in the software development process. The guidelines are given for evaluating and selecting the right SCM tools for the specific organization needs. The students also learn to identify the software configuration items and baselines, including methods for assigning unique identifiers to versions and revisions of different types of items and baselines. In addition, this course provides an overview of how to conduct functional, physical configuration, and in-process SCM audits. It also discusses aspects of software release management. Prerequisite: CIS207.
Prerequisite
CIS207 D- O CIS207 TC O CIS207 CR