Software Size Estimation Using Fuzzy Backpropagation Network Method
This paper presents the problems of effort estimation for
software development projects. Most of the research has
focused on the construction of formal software effort
estimation models. All most all the models were typically
based on the regression analysis or mathematically derived
from theories from other domains. This paper focuses on
Soft Computing Hybrid Systems in general and Fuzzy
Back-propagation Network method in particular. Though
Hybrid Systems have a tremendous potential to solve
problems, an inappropriate use of the technology can
backfire. Hybrid systems are those which employ
integrated technologies to effectively solve the problem.
Software development efforts estimation is the process of
predicting the most realistic use of effort required to
develop or maintain software product in an optimized way
for the benefit of all the stakeholders. Effort estimates may
be used as input to the plans, budgets, investment, pricing
processes and bidding rounds. In this context we are
suggesting the Fuzzy based Backpropagation Network to
solve the problem and to produce the better results.
Keywords: Artificial Neural Network, Backpropagation, Neuro-Fuzzy, Software Estimation, Fuzzy Logic, LOC, Sizing
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
B V A N S S Prabhakar Rao
B V A N S S Prabhakar Rao is obtained his Bachelor Degree in Electronics, Master of Computer Applications & M.Tech (CST) from Andhra University and also pursuing his Ph.D through JNTUK, Kakinada. Previously he worked with Govt. Degree College, Tekkali & Dr. V S Krishna Govt. Degree College, Visakhapatnam as Lecturer in Computer Applications and Science. And with GITAM University as Assistnat Professor. Presently he working as Associate Professor with Department of Computer Science Engineering, Miracle Educational Society Group of Institutions, Vizianagaram. He is Life Member in ISTE, ISCA, IACSIT, CSTA and IAENG.
P Seetha Ramaiah
Dr. P. Seetha Ramaiah is presently working as Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Systems Engineering, College of Engineering (A), Andhra University. He received his Ph.D in Computer Science from Andhra University in 1990. He is the Principal Investigator for several Defense R&D projects and Department of Science and Technology (DST) projects of the Government of India in the areas of Embedded Systems and Robotics. He has published several Journal papers, and presented around Fifteen International Conference papers in addition to twenty one papers at National Conferences in India. His areas of research include Safety-Critical Computing-Software Safety, Computer Networks, VLSI and Embedded Systems, Real-Time Systems, Microprocessor-based System Design, Robot Hand-Eye Coordination, Signal Processing Algorithms on fixed-point DSP processors, and Bio-Electronics Systems.
B V A N S S Prabhakar Rao
B V A N S S Prabhakar Rao is obtained his Bachelor Degree in Electronics, Master of Computer Applications & M.Tech (CST) from Andhra University and also pursuing his Ph.D through JNTUK, Kakinada. Previously he worked with Govt. Degree College, Tekkali & Dr. V S Krishna Govt. Degree College, Visakhapatnam as Lecturer in Computer Applications and Science. And with GITAM University as Assistnat Professor. Presently he working as Associate Professor with Department of Computer Science Engineering, Miracle Educational Society Group of Institutions, Vizianagaram. He is Life Member in ISTE, ISCA, IACSIT, CSTA and IAENG.
P Seetha Ramaiah
Dr. P. Seetha Ramaiah is presently working as Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Systems Engineering, College of Engineering (A), Andhra University. He received his Ph.D in Computer Science from Andhra University in 1990. He is the Principal Investigator for several Defense R&D projects and Department of Science and Technology (DST) projects of the Government of India in the areas of Embedded Systems and Robotics. He has published several Journal papers, and presented around Fifteen International Conference papers in addition to twenty one papers at National Conferences in India. His areas of research include Safety-Critical Computing-Software Safety, Computer Networks, VLSI and Embedded Systems, Real-Time Systems, Microprocessor-based System Design, Robot Hand-Eye Coordination, Signal Processing Algorithms on fixed-point DSP processors, and Bio-Electronics Systems.
