The Mythical Man-Month - Essays on Software Engineering, Anniversary Edition

Frederick P. Brooks Jr.'s The Mythical Man-Month stands as a seminal work in software engineering, offering timeless insights into the complexities of managing large software projects. This anniversary edition revisits Brooks’s original essays, reaffirming foundational principles while addressing the persistent challenges of software development that remain relevant decades after their initial publication. The book is not only a reflection on past experiences but also a guide for current and future practitioners striving to understand the nuances of project management, team dynamics, and software design.

• Adding manpower to a late project makes it later: Brooks’s...

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