David Zubrow
Software Engineering Institute
Publications by David Zubrow
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My Story in Computing with Dave Zubrow
April 29, 2021 • Podcast
David Zubrow
David Zubrow discusses his career journey, which led from a PhD in applied history and social sciences to his role as a manager and technical leader at the SEI.
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Poster - Causal Models for Software Cost Prediction and Control
November 04, 2020 • Poster
Michael D. KonradWilliam NicholsRobert W. Stoddard
This poster describes CMU SEI's collaboration with other researchers to apply causal learning to learn how to control costs in software development and sustainment.
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Analytic Capabilities for Improved Software Program Management
November 02, 2020 • White Paper
David ZubrowChristopher Miller
This white paper describes an update to the SEI Quantifying Uncertainty in Early Lifecycle Cost Estimation approach.
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Causal Models for Software Cost Prediction & Control (video)
November 12, 2019 • Video
Michael D. KonradWilliam NicholsRobert W. Stoddard
Watch SEI researchers Dr. Michael Konrad, Dr. William Nichols, Mr. Robert Stoddard, and Dr. David Zubrow discuss recent results from applying causal learning to control and predict software cost.
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Causal Models for Software Cost Prediction and Control (video)
November 11, 2019 • Video
Michael D. KonradWilliam NicholsRobert W. Stoddard
Researchers at CMU SEI collaborated with other researchers to apply causal learning to learn how to control costs in software development and sustainment.
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Causal Models for Software Cost Prediction and Control
October 28, 2019 • Presentation
Michael D. KonradRobert W. StoddardWilliam Nichols
This presentation describes work toward establishing causation with observational data, which remains a vital need and a key technical challenge.
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Causal Models for Software Cost Prediction & Control
October 28, 2019 • Poster
Michael D. KonradRobert W. StoddardWilliam Nichols
This poster provides an update on ongoing research to use causal learning in software cost prediction.
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Prioritizing Alerts from Multiple Static Analysis Tools, Using Classification Models
August 14, 2018 • Conference Paper
Lori FlynnWilliam SnavelyDavid Svoboda
This paper was accepted by the SQUADE workshop at ICSE 2018. It describes the development of several classification models for the prioritization of alerts produced by static analysis tools and how those models were tested for accuracy.
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Department of Defense Software Factbook
July 11, 2017 • Technical Report
Brad ClarkChristopher MillerJames McCurley
In this report, the Software Engineering Institute has analyzed data related to DoD software projects and translated it into information that is frequently sought-after across the DoD.
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DoD Software Factbook
December 31, 2015 • White Paper
Brad ClarkJames McCurleyDavid Zubrow
This DoD Factbook is an initial analysis of software engineering data from the perspective of policy and management questions about software projects.
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Improving the Automated Detection and Analysis of Secure Coding Violations
June 27, 2014 • Technical Note
Daniel PlakoshRobert C. SeacordRobert W. Stoddard
This technical note describes the accuracy analysis of the Source Code Analysis Laboratory (SCALe) tools and the characteristics of flagged coding violations.
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Taking Advantage of Agile while Minimizing Risk
March 13, 2014 • Webinar
David Zubrow
Watch Dave Zubrow discuss “Taking Advantage of Agile while Minimizing Risk” at the Agile for Government Summit.
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Measures and Measurement for Secure Software Development
July 03, 2013 • White Paper
Carol DekkersDavid ZubrowJames McCurley
In this paper, the authors discuss how measurement can be applied improve the security characteristics of the software being developed.
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Results of SEI Line-Funded Exploratory New Starts Projects: FY 2012
July 01, 2013 • Technical Report
Bjorn AnderssonLori FlynnDavid P. Gluch
This report describes line-funded exploratory new starts (LENS) projects that were conducted during fiscal year 2012 (October 2011 through September 2012).
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Justification of a Pattern for Detecting Intellectual Property Theft by Departing Insiders
March 01, 2013 • Technical Note
Andrew P. MooreDavid McIntireDave Mundie
In this report, the authors justify applying the pattern “Increased Review for Intellectual Property (IP) Theft by Departing Insiders.”
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The Importance of Data Quality
October 04, 2012 • Podcast
David Zubrow
In this episode, Dave Zubrow discusses the importance of data quality and research that his team is undertaking in this area.
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Security-Specific Bibliography
June 22, 2012 • White Paper
Carol DekkersJames McCurleyDavid Zubrow
In this paper, the authors provide a bibliography of sources related to security.
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Quantifying Uncertainty in Early Lifecycle Cost Estimation (QUELCE)
December 01, 2011 • Technical Report
Robert FergusonDennis GoldensonJames McCurley
The method of quantifying uncertainty described in this report synthesizes scenario building, Bayesian Belief Network (BBN) modeling and Monte Carlo simulation into an estimation method that quantifies uncertainties, allows subjective inputs, visually depicts influential relationships among program change drivers and outputs, and assists with the explicit description and documentation underlying an estimate.
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An Investigation of Techniques for Detecting Data Anomalies in Earned Value Management Data
December 01, 2011 • Technical Report
Mark KasunicJames McCurleyDennis Goldenson
This research demonstrated the effectiveness of various statistical techniques for discovering quantitative data anomalies.
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Issues and Opportunities for Improving the Quality and Use of Data in the Department of Defense
March 01, 2011 • Special Report
Mark KasunicDavid ZubrowErin Harper
This report contains the recommendations of an SEI-lead, joint-sponsored workshop by the OSD (AT&L) and DDR&, around the topics of data quality, data analysis, and data use.
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Programmatic and Constructive Interdependence: Emerging Insights and Predictive Indicators of Development Resource Demand
July 01, 2010 • Technical Report
Robert M. FloweMark KasunicMary M. Brown
This 2010 report describes a series of ongoing research efforts that investigate the role of interdependence in the acquisition of major defense acquisition programs.
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CMMI High Maturity Measurement and Analysis Workshop Report: March 2008
November 01, 2008 • Technical Note
Robert W. StoddardDennis GoldensonDavid Zubrow
This report outlines a 2008 workshop, in which leaders discussed high maturity practices and how to sustain momentum for improvement.
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Can You Trust Your Data? Establishing the Need for a Measurement and Analysis Infrastructure Diagnostic
November 01, 2008 • Technical Note
Mark KasunicJames McCurleyDavid Zubrow
This report describes common errors in measurement and analysis and the need for a criterion-based assessment method that will allow organizations to evaluate key characteristics of their measurement programs.
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Software Engineering Bibliography
September 29, 2008 • White Paper
James McCurleyCarol DekkersDavid Zubrow
In this paper, the authors provide a bibliography of sources related to software engineering.
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Can You Trust Your Data? Measurement and Analysis Infrastructure Diagnosis
March 01, 2007 • Presentation
David Zubrow
This presentation was made at SEPG 2007, held from March 26-29, 2007, in Austin, Texas.
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High Maturity: How Do We Know?
January 01, 2007 • Presentation
Mary Beth ChrissisWill HayesRobert McFeeley
This presentation provides an overview of material also available in the Understanding CMMI High Maturity Practices course offered by the SEI.
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Risk Themes Discovered Through Architecture Evaluations
September 01, 2006 • Technical Report
Len BassRobert NordWilliam G. Wood
This 2006 report analyzes the output of 18 evaluations conducted using the Architecture Tradeoff Analysis (ATAM). The goal of the analysis was to find patterns in the risk themes identified during those evaluations.
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Measuring Software Product Quality: the ISO 25000 Series and CMMI
June 14, 2004 • Presentation
David Zubrow
Presented: January 2004
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Case Study: A Measurement Program for Product Lines
May 01, 2004 • Technical Note
Sholom G. CohenDavid ZubrowEd Dunn (Naval Undersea Warfare Center)
This report documents NUWC's approach for measurement by describing the Goal-Driven Software Measurement approach and providing early results of the measurement program.
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System of Systems Integration Cost Driver Research
February 02, 2004 • Presentation
David Zubrow
This presentation provides an overview of a CMMI level 4 and 5 implementation, using Six Sigma practices to provide additional guidance.
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Product Line Acquisition and Measurement at NUWC
January 28, 2004 • Presentation
Sholom G. CohenEd Dunn (Naval Undersea Warfare Center)David Zubrow
Presented: January 2004
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Measures for Software Product Lines
October 01, 2003 • Technical Note
David ZubrowGary Chastek
This 2003 report characterizes the status of measurement associated with the operation of a software product line, suggests a small set of measures to support its management, and provides guidance for those establishing measurement activities within a software product line.
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Measurement in a Process Framework
September 30, 2003 • Presentation
David Zubrow
This presentation was delivered by David Zubrow of the Software Engineering Institute in September 2003.
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CMMI Appraisal Results
February 05, 2003 • Presentation
David Zubrow
This Software Engineering Institute (SEI) presentation discussing CMMI appraisal results was delivered by David Zubrow at SEPG 2003 on February 25, 2003.
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Developing Enterprise-wide Measures for Tracking Acquisition Performance
January 28, 2003 • Presentation
Wolfhart B. GoethertDavid Zubrow
This presentation was delivered in January 2003.
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Model-Based Verification: An Engineering Practice
August 01, 2002 • Technical Report
David P. GluchSantiago Comella-DordaJohn J. Hudak
This 2002 report summarizes MBV and outlines the responsibilities of engineers engaged in Model-Based Verification.
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Getting More Out of Your Inspection Data: Using Capture-Recapture Models for the Reinspection Decision
April 12, 2002 • Presentation
Julie BarnardKhaled El EmamDavid Zubrow
This presentation on getting more out of your inspection data through the usage of capture-recapture models was delivered on April 12, 2002 at the European SEPG 2002 Conference.
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How Good Is the Software: A Review of Defect Prediction Techniques
February 04, 2002 • Presentation
Brad ClarkDavid Zubrow
presentation from the SEPG 2002 Conference
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Framework Document: Model-Based Verification Pilot Study
October 01, 2001 • Special Report
David P. GluchJohn J. HudakRobert Janousek
This 2001 document describes the processes, activities, artifacts, and deliverables associated with an Engineering Practice Investigation of MBV.
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Software Process Automation: Interviews, Survey, and Workshop Results
October 01, 1997 • Technical Report
Teresa Belton (Nolan Norton and Company)Edwin J. MorrisAlan M. Christie
This 1997 report describes the results of a two-year study of experiences with the adoption and use of software process automation.
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Software Process Automation: Experiences from the Trenches
July 01, 1996 • Technical Report
Alan M. ChristieLinda LevineEdwin J. Morris
This 1996 report documents an empirical study that documented practical experiences related to software process automation and to identify what works and what does not.
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Moving On Up: Data and Experience Doing CMM-Based Process Improvement
August 01, 1995 • Technical Report
Will HayesDavid Zubrow
An analysis of Software Process Assessment results from 48 organizations undertaking 2 or more assessments is presented in this report.
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Benefits of CMM-Based Software Process Improvement: Executive Summary of Initial Results
September 01, 1994 • Special Report
James D. HerbslebAnita CarletonJames A. Rozum
This report provides an overview of some initial results of the effects of software process improvement efforts in 13 organizations.
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Benefits of CMM-Based Software Process Improvement: Initial Results
August 01, 1994 • Technical Report
James D. HerbslebAnita CarletonJames A. Rozum
This 1994 report provides initial results of the effects of software process improvement efforts on organizations.
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Maturity Questionnaire
June 01, 1994 • Special Report
David ZubrowWill HayesJane Siegel
This 1994 report contains the software process maturity questionnaire and is intended for those who are performing and learning about software process appraisals.
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