This book provides executable models and simulation tools:   How to actually do hands-on modeling of software processes with system dynamics, and it synthesizes all previous work in the area.  Included are descriptive summaries of the best research and applications.

It is accompanied by tools, executable model examples and other references for people to start modeling with.  

There are a variety of exercises in the book that are provided to serve as homework assignments, exam questions and/or even as major research projects.