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Learning About the Rational Unified Process
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Learning About the
Rational Unified Process
This chapter introduces you to the Rational Unified Process (RUP). In this chapter,
you familiarize yourself with RUP and read guidelines for the work you will perform
in the next chapter.
Audience
This chapter applies to all members of a software development team.
Getting Your Bearings
In this chapter, you use the Rational Unified Process. To determine whether RUP is
installed on your computer, refer to the tool chart you filled out in Table 1, Rational
Suite Tools, on page 29.
If RUP is not installed, you can still benefit from reading this chapter, but you will not
be able to perform the exercises.
If RUP is installed, start it now by clicking Start > Programs > <RationalSuiteProductName>
Rational Unified Process
.
The RUP Overview page appears in your Web browser. A second page, Getting
Started, may also appear. If the Getting Started page does not appear, open it now by
clicking Getting Started at the top of the RUP Overview page.
What Is the Rational Unified Process (RUP)?
RUP is a process framework for developing software that helps you:
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Coordinate the developmental responsibilities of the entire development team.
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Produce high-quality software.
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Meet the needs of your users.
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Work within a set schedule and budget.
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Leverage new technologies.