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Measurement, quantification and reduction

Today we continue the theme, “What can Philosophy of Science say for Software Engineering,” by looking at some topics taken from the Philosophy of Physical Sciences. Measurement and quantification Quantification is an activity that is embedded in modern society. We live by numbers, whether they are temperature readings, velocity, points of IQ, college rankings, safety […]

  • June 8, 2011