Computers Quote by Friedrich L. Bauer
“Software engineering is the establishment and use of sound engineering principles to obtain economically software that is reliable and works on real machines efficiently.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Software Engineering Principles, 1970
Applying rigorous engineering methods yields cost‑effective, reliable software that runs efficiently on actual hardware.
In simple terms: Good engineering makes software reliable and cheap.
Key Takeaway
Use proven engineering practices.
Themes
efficiency
reliability
cost
engineering
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
technical
instructional
When to use this quote
- project planning
- maintenance
- performance tuning
Key Concepts
systems design
quality assurance
optimization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance cost and reliability?
- What engineering principle is most critical for your project?
A Different Perspective
Real hardware constraints may limit ideal designs.
