Function Point Analysis is a very popular technique in software development projects size estimation. This 2-day workshop will guide the participants how to use the FPA method in estimation. There are many exercises and practical examples to help the participants to master the FPA technique.

1.Understand the concepts and benefits of estimation in software development projects
2.Understand the objectives and benefits of Function Point Analysis (FPA)
3.Apply FPA in different scenarios

Project managers, executives and managers who are interested in software development project planning and estimation

Workshop based
40% Classroom presentation
60% Case studies and Exercises

What is an estimate?
Why estimate?
When to estimate?
Estimation methods
What is Function Point Analysis
Objectives of Function Point Analysis
Benefits of Function Point Analysis
Determine the type of Function Point Count
Count Data Functions – Internal Logical Files; External Interface Files
Count Transactional Functions – External Inputs; External Outputs; External Inquires

Calculate the Adjusted Function Point Count
Steps in Estimation
Benefits of Cost Estimation
Reasons for Poor Estimation
Problems of Poor Estimates
Process of Estimation

A copy of the International Function Point User Group (IFPUG) Quick Reference Card will be provided for the participants to do the exercises.