CSDA Preparation Course

Preparing to take the CSDA examination?
Start with the all-new CSDA Preparation Course and evaluate your comprehension of the Software Engineering Body of Knowledge (SWEBOK). This self-paced, on-line course is for entry-level software development professionals and contains 4 modules that span the 15 Knowledge Areas (KAs) of the new SWEBOK Guide Version 3.

Each module features in-line quizzes on topics so that you will be able to track your progress every step of the way. For further study, a list of textbooks, courses, and relevant reference materials is also included within each module.

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*New* EssentialSets

EssentialSets are digital PDF anthologies of definitive articles from the  Computer Society's online library and are available for select SWEBOK KAs.  Experts in the field put these collections in context with new introductory essays and annotated lists of useful further reading on the topic.

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SWEBOK Guide

The Software Engineering Body of Knowledge

The SWEBOK guide thoroughly explains and discusses the processes within Software Engineering. This guide is available for download in pdf format.

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» Further information at swebok.org.
 

CSDA Candidate Information Bulletin

Stay in the loop by signing up for the CSDA Bulletin. You will receive the latest information about the CSDA Exam in pdf format.

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*New* ReadyNotes

ReadyNotes are practical, chapter-sized (25-35 pages) e-books designed to get busy practitioners up to speed on a specific topic right away.  There are many ReadyNotes available related to the SWEBOK Guide Knowledge Areas. See them here. 
 

CSDA Sample Questions

Test your knowledge by taking quick and easy CSDA sample exam questions.

Additional Preparation Resources

• SEVOCAB (Software and Systems Engineering Vocabulary Database)
• Compilation of Software Engineering Terms
• Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Software Engineering
• CSDA Recommended References