Software engineering education: How far we’ve come and how far we have to go

In this paper I trace the history of software engineering education and focus on some of the key players. I highlight what has been accomplished in degree programs and curricula, conferences and working groups, professionalism, certification, and industry–university collaboration. I also look at the challenges that lie ahead—the global reach of education, new delivery mechanisms, new professional efforts, and the need to engage in leadership in software engineering education. What new approaches should be considered? How can we educators maintain our vitality? How can we best nurture new educators and encourage others to join our profession?