Software complexity and software maintenance: A survey of empirical research

摘要: A number of empirical studies have pointed to a link between software complexity and maintenance performance. The primary purpose this paper is document “what known” about relationship, suggest some possible future avenues research. In particular, survey the literature in area shows two broad areas study: metrics comprehension. Much research has focused on modularity structure metrics. articles surveyed are summarized as major differences similarities set detailed tables. text used highlight findings differences, concluding remarks section provides series recommendations for