Structured Software Study

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Abstract:

This study reports an evaluation of Structured Programming as an aid in the production of highly reliable computer programs. An approach to problem analysis and program composition which organizes the program text to clearly reflect the order of execution for the program. The resultant program text reflects the subdivision of the problem into smaller tasks which are clearly identifiable. The rules for performance and ordering of these sub-tasks are reflected in the limited but sufficient set of controls used in the program construction. A set of Principles of Structured Programming are developed together with guides for determining an optimal upper and lower bounds on a program size. The applications of the Principles to a program are illustrated in the study report. A set of observations and conclusions drawn from the experience of developing a program in this way are presented. A bibliography of structured programming is reported.

Author(s):
Mcgonagle, J. D.
Author Organization(s):
ANDERSON (JAMES P) AND CO FORT WASHINGTON PA
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 1 May 1972-Feb 1974
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in cooperation with McGonagle (J. David) and Co., Media, Pa., Rept. no. JDM 73-5. DOI: 10.21236/ADB015698
Pagination:
0097

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AFAL-TR-73-40
Contract/Grant Number(s):
F33615-72-C-1972
Task Number(s):
01
Project Number(s):
6090
Monitor Series:
TR-73-40, AFAL
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5.4.3_Establish Rule Sets; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_1.2.3_Educating
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*COMPUTER PROGRAM DOCUMENTATION, *COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, *STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING, CENTRAL PROCESSING UNITS, COMPUTER PROGRAM RELIABILITY, COMPUTER PROGRAMS, COMPUTERIZED SIMULATION, DIGITAL COMPUTERS, FLOW CHARTING
Field(s)/Group(s):
Computer Programming and Software, Computer Hardware
Keyword(s):
PDP 11 COMPUTERS, WUAFAL60900107
Report Date:
1974 Oct 31