Software Project Management For Dummies

The increase in project outsourcing has forced traditional programmers to take on the role of project managers and quickly learn how to manage software projects
The author discusses all of the essentials in widely accepted project management methodology, from managing programmers to assessing and eliminating risk
The book covers the iterative development model, using Microsoft Project 2003, as well as a variety of methodologies including eXtreme, open source, SQA testing, software life cycle management, and more
The companion Web site contains tools, case studies and other resources to help even novices get up and running