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that allow ordinary computer users to share opinions globally with very little tech-
nical difficulty.
Hybrid software methodologies are increasing that utilize the best features of
various methods such as Agile, TSP, and RUP. The hybrids often have results that
show synergy, or the combination being slightly better than the originals.
Other future trends will probably see an increase in virtualization and an in-
crease in cloud-related applications and services. A nonprofit organization called
Software Engineering Methods and Theory (SEMAT) is attempting a formal re-
design of software engineering. By the end of the decade, some of their new con-
cepts should begin to percolate through software engineering schools.
Companies Formed During the Early 2010s
In this chapter, only companies founded from 2010 to 2012 are discussed. For
companies founded in 2013, there is not enough time to judge either their potential
for success or the merits of their business plans.
Table 10.1
shows many but not all
of the companies founded from 2010 through 2012. As with earlier decades, the
many small game companies that spring up constantly are not included.
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