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Reference Sources and Services

Notes Computer Science

The following are typical documentation types Request for Proposal (RFP) Requirements Statement
of Work Software Design and Functional Specification System Design and Functional Specifications
Change Management, Error and Enhancement Tracking User Test and Acceptance (UTA). There
are many types of software applications used to create documentation. Tools which are available
for this purpose.

Software Documentation Folder (SDF)
A common type of software document written by software engineers in the simulation industry is
the SDF. When developing software for a simulator, which can range from embedded avionics
devices to 3D terrain databases by way of full motion control systems, the engineer keeps a notebook
detailing the development “the build” of the project or module. The document can be a wiki page,
MS word document or other environment. They should contain a requirements section, an interface
section to detail the communication interface of the software. Often a notes section is used to detail
the proof of concept, and then track errors and enhancements. Finally, a testing section to document
how the software was tested. This documents conformance to the client’s requirements. The result
is a detailed description of how the software is designed, how to build and install the software on
the target device, and any known defects and work arounds. This builds document enables future
developers and maintainers to come up to speed on the software in a timely manner, and also
provides a roadmap to modifying code or searching for bugs.

Self Assessment

State whether the following statements are true or false:
10. Documentation is a general term for written information, media and other content used to
support a tool or a process.
11. Common types of documentation does not include user guide, white papers, online help.
12. SDF stands for software documentation folder.

11.5 Summary

• The National Commission on Libraries and Information Science in its National Programme
Document (1975) defines a network as two or more libraries engaged in a common pattern of
information exchange, through communications for some functional purpose.
• In general, information systems are focused upon processing information within organiza-
tions, especially within business enterprises, and sharing the benefits with modern society.
• Retrieval through telecommunications networks and access to international databases are
available for searching for information on various subjects.

11.6 Keywords

OPAC : Online Public Access Catalogue
DSIR : Department of Science and Industrial Research
UNISIST : United Nations International Scientific Information System

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