Building Software Engineering Capacity through a University Open Source Program Office

2024/06/12 by Ekaterina Holdener, Holdener, Ekaterina, Daniel Shown +1
Decision Sciences · #FOS: Computer and information sciences #Scientific Computing and Data Management #Software Engineering (cs.SE)

paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2406.08679

openalex publication_date 2024/06/12 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28

Abstract

This work introduces an innovative program for training the next generation of software engineers within university settings, addressing the limitations of traditional software engineering courses. Initial program costs were significant, totaling 551,420 in direct expenditures to pay for program staff salaries and benefits over two years. We present a strategy for reducing overall costs and establishing sustainable funding sources to perpetuate the program, which has yielded educational, research, professional, and societal benefits.

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