LETTER TO WILLIAM J. CASEY FROM DENNIS D. SMITH

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• Publication Date: October 15, 1985
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DENNIS D SMITH. M.S IS
INFORMATION SCIENCE
3000 S W AVALON WAY
SEATTLE WASHINGTON 98126
15 October 1985
Mr. William J. Casey
Director of Central Intelligence
Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, D. C. 20505
Dear Mr. Casey:
It is well established in the computer industry that the cost
of accurately maintaining programs occupies a major portion
of the software budget. It not only consumes a large segment
of human and machine resources, but, if incorrectly performed
can delay crucial projects and possibly compromise security
or other interests.
I have developed methods for maintaining programs that will
reduce the time for software modification while ensuring
accuracy. The most promising method is described in an
unpublished paper of mine entitled "A Language of Mnemonics
for Maintenance Programming." It essentially stabilizes the
naming process for filenames, variables, and software routines,
thereby making it easier for both experienced and novice
programmers to comprehend a program's function.
My current work is available and can be developed into
extremely useful programming aides. Please feel at liberty
to contact me for additional information if you are interested
in pursuing this matter further.
Sincerely,
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Dennis D. Smith
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