A Development Methodologies Recommender System Based on Knowledge from the Software Industry

Abstract

Software development methodologies are fundamental for the proper development of software projects. However, the most pertinent ones are not always selected depending on the resources available, which could result in failed projects. In fact, several reports show a high rate of failure in software projects. The type of development methodology chosen is one important factor when differentiating between successful from unsuccessful projects. For example, it has been reported that projects that use agile practices have a greater percentage of success. However, agile methodologies are not necessarily appropriate for any type of project. Given the above, a development methodologies recommendation system prototype was developed, that allows guiding developers with low experience or knowledge to select more appropriate methodologies according to different criteria. These criteria were obtained from bibliographic sources and then validated and complemented through an empirical study where surveys were applied to professionals of companies that develop software in Chile.