IFPUG endorses three types of standard methodology for software sizing.
IFPUG has one mission—to be the unquestioned recognized leader in promoting and encouraging effective application software development and maintenance activities. We do this by endorsing three proven methodologies for precise software sizing:
- Function Point Analysis (FPA)
- Software Non-functional Assessment Process (SNAP)
- Simple Function Points (SFP)
IFPUG is also the governing body for the Certified Function Point Specialist (CFPS), the Certified Function Point Practitioner (CFPP), the Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS) and Certified SNAP Practitioner (CSP) certifications.
IFPUG members benefit from a variety of services, to learn more click on links below.
ISMA20 Virtual Conference
Register now for the next conference, ISMA20 to be hosted virtually on Thursday, May 4.
The full agenda will be announced shortly and will include four presentations from function point experts.
The purpose of the ISMA (International Software Metrics & Analysis) Conference is to provide educational and networking opportunities to IFPUG members and software measurement professionals in general, by learning and sharing knowledge in the world of software measurement.
The New Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS) Certification
IFPUG is excited to announce the latest certification, Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS). The certification exam is available now in English with additional languages soon to follow.
The IFPUG Certification Program designations are formal recognition of a level of expertise in the area of either Functional Sizing or Non-functional sizing.
IFPUG is the governing body for the Certified Function Point Fellow, Certified Function Point Specialist (CFPS), the Certified Function Point Practitioner (CFPP), Certified SNAP Specialist (CSS) and Certified SNAP Practitioner (CSP) certifications.
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Recent News
ISMA20 Registration is Open Now
March 27, 2023
Register now for the next conference, ISMA20 to be hosted virtually on Thursday, May 4. Agenda: All sessions below are in Eastern Time 8:00 am
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Knowledge Café Webinar: Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) KPIs
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The IFPUG Knowledge Café series brings you an unmissable opportunity to learn and discuss one of the most currently important topic with Luigi Buglione, measurement
Highlights
IFPUG is excited to announce there are now two levels of certification
March 9, 2023
IFPUG is excited to announce there are now two levels of certification related to the Software Non-functional Assessment Process (SNAP): the new Certified SNAP Specialist
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