The Software Quality Discussion Group meets every two weeks, from September through May. All sessions are free and advance registration is not required.
Our events include "Introductory" and "Best Practice" sessions, networking events and planning meetings. Occassionally, we host vendor presentations. The schedule for this season is as follows:
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Date
|
Type
|
Topic/Speaker
|
| 11-Sep-02 | Intro |
Introduction to Software Quality Management Fiona Koether, Nortel Networks |
| 25-Sep-02 | Best |
The Silent Revolution in Semantics: Its Impact on Programming and Program Quality Robin Cockett, University of Calgary |
| 9-Oct-02 | Intro |
Overview of the New CSQE Body of Knowledge Sherry Heinze, Diversity Consulting Limited |
| 23-Oct-02 | Best |
Processes, Standards, Models -
What's Still Relevant to the Software Industry? Marielle Chevrier, Tantara Inc. |
| 6-Nov-02 | Intro |
Introduction to Software Engineering Processes Colette Bielech, Autodesk |
| 20-Nov-02 | Best |
QA on Agile Processes Pete McBreen, McBreen Consulting |
| 4-Dec-02 | Soiree |
Fourth Annual SQDG Soiree Open to all participants |
| 8-Jan-03 | Best |
Configuration Management Anthony Ebsworth |
| 22-Jan-03 | Best |
Project Management by Earned Value Steve Tse, EDS Canada - Solutions Consulting |
| 5-Feb-03 | Intro |
Introduction to Software Project Management Kenneth Fung, University of Calgary |
| 19-Feb-03 | Best |
Rational Methodology Brings Home Quality Results Barry Oxby & Jim Stuart, Sierra Systems |
| 5-Mar-03 | Intro |
Introduction to Software Inspections Christine Bovaird, Nortel |
| 19-Mar-03 | Best |
Failing Forward; Lessons Learned While Testing for the Web Alastair Handley, Pragmatic Software Consulting |
| 2-Apr-03 | Best |
Software Testing with JUNIT Miroslav Novak, Borland Canada Inc. |
| 16-Apr-03 | Best |
QA Processes in an Agile Environment Janet Gregory |
| 30-Apr-03 | Best |
How to Perform A Risk Assessment Bryan Schultz, Brycol Consulting |
| 14-May-03 | Best |
Documenting Requirements in Agile Processes Pete McBreen, McBreen Consulting |
| 28-May-03 | Planning |
Annual Planning Session Open to all participants |
** Please note scheduled sessions are subject to change.
Please see the 2002/2003 Event Details page for a listing of the events including presentation abstracts, speaker biographies, and additional event details.
This year's sessions will be held at the Calgary campus of the DeVry Institute.
Our sponsors for the 2002/2003 season include:
Thank you to all our 2002/2003 sponsors, we greatly appreciate your support.
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