Alex Porter – författare

Accelerated Testing and Validation Methods is a cross-disciplinary guide that describes testing and validation tools and techniques throughout the product development process. Alex Porter not only focuses on what information is needed but also on what tools can produce the information in a timely manner. From the information provided, engineers and managers can determine what data is needed from a test and validation program and then how to select the best, most effective methods for obtaining the data.This book integrates testing and validation methods with a business perspective so readers can understand when, where, and how such methods can be economically justified. Testing and validation is about generating key information at the correct time so that sound business and engineering decisions can be made. Rather than simply describing various testing and validation techniques, the author offers readers guidance on how to select the best tools for a particular need, explains the appropriateness of different techniques to various situations and shows how to deploy them to ensure the desired information is accurately gathered. Emphasizes developing a strategy for testing and validation Teaches how to design a testing and validation program that deliver information in a timely and cost-effective manner

Our new 2nd edition Pearson Edexcel A Level Politics textbook reflects the changes in the global political landscape from 2017- 2024, enabling all students to access relevant politics support.  The most up-to-date textbook available, reflecting recent political events in the UK, US and across the world    Provides complete and comprehensive coverage of both the A level and AS specifications, and includes support for all the Components: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas  UK Government and Non-core Political Ideas Comparative Politics (US and Global) Provides strong preparation for the exam, with assessment support features in every section, including exam-style questions and expert advice on how to go about answering them  Covers all the key terms in the specification, highlighted in the book and provided as a glossary at the end  Includes extension activities to stretch learners and enable them to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating and relevant subject  Features case studies that provide real-life examples to bring Politics to life