English
Related papers

Related papers: Soft Skills and Software Development: A Reflection…

200 papers

Background. Women bring unique problem-solving skills to software development, often favoring a holistic approach and attention to detail. In software testing, precision and attention to detail are essential as professionals explore system…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2024-04-23 Kleice Silva , Ann Barcomb , Ronnie de Souza Santos

In recent years, Software Engineering (SE) scholars and practitioners have emphasized the importance of integrating soft skills into SE education. However, teaching and learning soft skills are complex, as they cannot be acquired passively…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-02-13 Allysson Allex Araújo , Marcos Kalinowski , Maria Teresa Baldassarre

Software is primarily developed for people by people and human factors must be studied in all software engineering phases. Creativity is the source to improvise solutions to problems for dominating complex systems such as software…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2013-05-28 Daniel Graziotin

As software systems are becoming more pervasive, they are also becoming more susceptible to failures, resulting in potentially lethal combinations. Software test-ing is critical to preventing software failures but is, arguably, the least…

Computers and Society · Computer Science 2020-07-17 Yadira Lizama , Daniel Varona , Pradeep Waychal , Luiz Fernando Capretz

Context: Software startups are newly created companies with no operating history and fast in producing cutting-edge technologies. These companies develop software under highly uncertain conditions, tackling fast-growing markets under severe…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2023-07-26 Nicolò Paternoster , Carmine Giardino , Michael Unterkalmsteiner , Tony Gorschek , Pekka Abrahamsson

It is essential to discuss the role, difficulties, and opportunities concerning people of different gender in the field of software engineering research, education, and industry. Although some literature reviews address software engineering…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2022-11-18 Hironori Washizaki

In modern software development world, experts are trying to provide the best solutions to their clients. To achieve this, the organizations opt for the agile software development process as it enables them to develop and deliver the product…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-03-11 Muhammad Azeem Akbar , Abeer Al-Sanad , Saima Rafi , Yuqing Wang , Musaad Alzahrani

Given the ongoing "arms race" in cybersecurity, the shortage of skilled professionals in this field is one of the strongest in computer science. The currently unmet staffing demand in cybersecurity is estimated at over 3 million jobs…

Cryptography and Security · Computer Science 2022-05-02 Francois Goupil , Pavel Laskov , Irdin Pekaric , Michael Felderer , Alexander Dürr , Frederic Thiesse

The evolving landscape of software development demands that software testers continuously adapt to new tools, practices, and acquire new skills. This study investigates software testing competency needs in industry, identifies knowledge…

Software development is a collaborative task and, hence, involves different persons. Research has shown the relevance of social aspects in the development team for a successful and satisfying project closure. Especially the mood of a team…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2021-05-07 Martin Obaidi , Jil Klünder

A well-rounded software engineer is often defined by technical prowess and the ability to deliver on complex projects. However, the narrative around the ideal Software Engineering (SE) candidate is evolving, suggesting that there is more to…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-11-18 Marvin Wyrich , Lloyd Montgomery

Software engineers are responsible for developing, maintaining, and innovating software. To hire software engineers, organizations employ a tech hiring pipeline. This process typically consists of a series of steps to evaluate the extent to…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-04-10 Chris Brown , Swanand Vaishampayan

Information protection is becoming a focal point for designing, creating and implementing software applications within highly integrated technology environments. The use of a safe coding technique in the software development process is…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2020-12-11 Isaac Chin Eian , Lim Ka Yong , Majesty Yeap Xiao Li , Noor Affan Bin Noor Hasmaddi , Fatima-tuz-Zahra

Software startup companies develop innovative, software-intensive products within limited time frames and with few resources, searching for sustainable and scalable business models. Software startups are quite distinct from traditional…

Context: With the rising complexity and scale of software systems, there is an ever-increasing demand for sophisticated and cost-effective software testing. To meet such a demand, there is a need for a highly-skilled software testing…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2020-03-10 Vahid Garousi , Austen Rainer , Per Lauvås , Andrea Arcuri

[Context] The growing software development market has increased the demand for qualified professionals in Software Engineering (SE). To this end, companies must enhance their Recruitment and Selection (R&S) processes to maintain high…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2024-06-05 Miguel Setúbal , Tayana Conte , Marcos Kalinowski , Allysson Allex Araújo

According to psychology, not everybody can excel at all kinds of tasks. Thus, chances of a successful outcome of software development increase if people with particular personality types are assigned to their preferred tasks in the project.…

Computers and Society · Computer Science 2015-11-16 Luiz Fernando Capretz , Daniel Varona , Arif Raza

The field of software engineering is embedded in both engineering and computer science, and may embody gender biases endemic to both. This paper surveys software engineering's origins and its long-running attention to engineering…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-08-29 Thomas J. Misa

The rapid growth of technology and computer science, which has led to a surge in demand for skilled professionals in this field. The skill set required for computer science jobs has evolved rapidly, creating challenges for those already in…

Social and Information Networks · Computer Science 2023-08-21 Mehrdad Maghsoudi

Software practitioners often encounter workplace unfairness, such as unequal recognition and gender bias. While the link between fairness and job satisfaction has been established in other fields, its relevance to software professionals…

Software Engineering · Computer Science 2025-07-25 Emeralda Sesari , Federica Sarro , Ayushi Rastogi