Ian Sommerville's Software Engineering presents a broad perspective on software systemes engineering, with a focus on fundamental techniques for developing complex software systems where reliability and dependability are essential system attributes.

Building on the success of previous editions (over 400,000 readers have learned the foundations of software engineering with the help of Software Engineering), the seventh edition of this classic text has been extensively revised and restructured, with all chapters updated. The latest techniques are integrated into the sections of the book where they apply, making this the de facto standard for all readers wanting information on the state-of-the-art of engineering large-scale, computer-based systems.