Microsoft Press Announces Debugging the Development Process

Practical Strategies for Building Solid Teams, Staying Focused, and Hitting
Ship Dates

From the bestselling author of Writing Solid Code comes DEBUGGING THE
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS--an all-new programming classic arriving in book and
software stores everywhere this summer.

This breakthrough book by Steve Maguire takes readers behind the scenes of
the development process. It's a fresh and compelling look at the people
and group dynamics that can make or break a product in today' s fiercely
competitive software industry.

Maguire tackles the main issues in software development, such as the
relationship of the lead in the team, how to best manage the planning
process, how to develop the most effective mental strategies, and how to
stay on track and fight disruptions. Drawing on his real-world experiences
as a top developer at Microsoft, Maguire reveals candid accounts of how he
brought together and maintained effective software teams for the
development of timely, high-quality commercial applications.

And while the book focuses on the practical, there's plenty of unusual and
sometimes even controversial approaches that will make the most jaded
programmer sit up and take notice. Steve gets tough on the issue of
overtime and offers his own strong views on this "remedy" for slipping
schedules. Plus, his "blueprint for success" strategy is designed to help
software developers plan and fine-tune project management skills.

For anyone involved in the software development business, DEBUGGING THE
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS (ISBN 1-55615-650-2) will be one of the most
talked-about books of the year. It will be available in July at book and
software stores everywhere, through the Microsoft Press bookstore on
CompuServe (GO MSP), and through the Microsoft Press Direct Catalog at
1-800-MSPRESS. Suggested retail price will be $24.95 US ($32.95 Canada).

Microsoft Press is the independent book division of Microsoft Corporation
and the leading publisher of quality computer books about Microsoft
products. More than 10 million users at all skill levels rely on a
complete line of Microsoft Press books to make learning and using software
easier. Titles ranging from self-paced tutorials for first-time computer
users to technical references for professional programmers are distributed
to book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States
can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800MSPRESS.

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in
software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of
products and services for business and personal use, each designed with
the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take
advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399
206-882-8080,  800-MSPRESS

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