Course content

This course will cover the following topics: Use of construction tools and continuous integration in larger projects. Testing of applications at several levels. Architectural styles and design patterns. Agile development methodology and use of an agile method in a larger practical project.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate must

• explain basic concepts and models in Interaction Design (IxD)
• know the benefits of automating as much as possible in the development process with continuous integration
• know different design patterns
• know different architectural styles
• know the principles behind agile development methods

Skills

The candidate must:

• be able to carry out tests of aspects of the usability in applications
• be able to use tools for testing applications at several levels (D)
• be able to use tools for construction and continuous integration in large projects (D)
• be able to plan and participate in development projects that follow an agile development process (IN)

General competence

The candidate must:

• be able to work effectively and purposefully in a team towards a common goal (E)
• be able to share and disseminate information and knowledge with team members and clients (E)
• have experience in evaluating other people's work (E)

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, lessons, exercises, workshops and group-based agile project

Compulsory assignments

• Assignments

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

IDATx2001 Programming 2 or IDATx2003 Programming 2 and IDATx1002 Software engineering or IDATx1005 Software engineering(x=A/G/T)

IDATT2105 Full-stack application development should be taken in parallel

Credit reductions