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Function Point

Function Point (FP) is a metric used in software development to estimate costs based on user functionality. The calculation involves determining a Complexity Adjustment Factor (CAF) and Unadjusted Function Points (UFP) using a specific table of function units, ultimately leading to the calculation of FP. The document also lists 14 factors that influence the complexity of Function Point Analysis.

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Function Point

Function Point (FP) is a metric used in software development to estimate costs based on user functionality. The calculation involves determining a Complexity Adjustment Factor (CAF) and Unadjusted Function Points (UFP) using a specific table of function units, ultimately leading to the calculation of FP. The document also lists 14 factors that influence the complexity of Function Point Analysis.

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Function Point (FP) is an element of software development which helps to approximate the

cost of development early in the process. It may measures functionality from user’s point of
view.

Counting Function Point (FP):

 Step-1:

F = 14 * scale

Scale varies from 0 to 5 according to character of Complexity Adjustment Factor


(CAF). Below table shows scale:

0 - No Influence
1 - Incidental
2 - Moderate
3 - Average
4 - Significant
5 - Essential

 Step-2: Calculate Complexity Adjustment Factor (CAF).

CAF = 0.65 + ( 0.01 * F )

 Step-3: Calculate Unadjusted Function Point (UFP).

TABLE (Required)

Function Units Low Avg High


EI 3 4 6
EO 4 5 7
EQ 3 4 6
ILF 7 10 15
EIF 5 7 10

Multiply each individual function point to corresponding values in TABLE.

 Step-4: Calculate Function Point.

FP = UFP * CAF

Example:
Given the following values, compute function point when all complexity adjustment factor
(CAF) and weighting factors are average.

User Input = 50
User Output = 40
User Inquiries = 35
User Files = 6
External Interface = 4
Explanation:

 Step-1: As complexity adjustment factor is average (given in question), hence,


 scale = 3.
F = 14 * 3 = 42

 Step-2:

CAF = 0.65 + ( 0.01 * 42 ) = 1.07

 Step-3: As weighting factors are also average (given in question) hence we will
multiply each individual function point to corresponding values in TABLE.

UFP = (50*4) + (40*5) + (35*4) + (6*10) + (4*7) = 628

 Step-4:

Function Point = 628 * 1.07 = 671.96

This is the required answer.

14 Factors in Function Point Analysis Complexity


1 Will the application use data communications?

2 Are data or functions distributed?

3 Are there specific performance objectives that must be met?

4 Will the application run on a heavily used configuration requiring special design considerations?

5 Will the transaction rate of the application be high?

6 Will there be on-line data entry?

7 Will the application be designed for end-user efficiency?

8 Will there be on-line updates?

9 Is complex processing logic involved?

10 Is there an intent to provide usability for other applications?

11 How important are installation ease and conversion?

12 How important is operational ease?

13 Will the application be accessed from multiple sites?

14 Is there an intent with the design to facilitate change?

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