Profiling software through the use of metrics
Pierre N. Robillard, Daniel Coupal, François Coallier · Software Practice and Experience · 1991
Abstract This paper presents an approach to software assessment using a new software tool that integrates most of the known static metrics. A six‐step method shows how to use metrics to obtain a picture of the software project. The method is visual and each step provides graphical representations of the data. Successive integration of data results in normality profiles. Examples illustrate each step. The method is adaptable to various environments and specific applications.