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Celebrating 40 Years of Shoeless Corporation

As Shoeless Corporation reaches a significant milestone with its 40th anniversary, the company is excited to announce the release of a highly-anticipated revival: the "Use Case Practical Guide [Revised Edition]: Effective Use Case Writing," set to hit the shelves on August 5, 2026. This essential text, originally penned by prominent software expert Alistair Cockburn, serves as a definitive resource for clarifying requirements from a user’s perspective using the concept of use cases.

The Enduring Relevance of Use Cases

Despite the evolution of technology, the fundamental approach to crafting effective use cases remains unchanged. In an age where coding agents and low-code development tools have significantly lowered the barriers to writing programs, establishing a clear understanding of the user’s core requirements is paramount for constructing systems that truly reflect their needs. First published in 2001, this invaluable guide offers insights that continue to resonate with today’s software development environments, making it a timeless reference in its field.

Why Now, More Than Ever, Is the Time for Use Cases

A use case documents what a system's users want to achieve in a structured narrative manner, bridging the gap between developers and users. This common language enhances project success rates significantly, helping teams effectively communicate and align on objectives. The practical knowledge distilled within this guide equips readers with the tools to address contemporary challenges in system development, ensuring clarity and purpose throughout the project lifecycle.

A Thoughtful Revival Fueled by Demand

Shoeless Corporation has a strong legacy of publishing technical books, consistently responding to the needs of professionals in the industry. Over the years, the original release of the Use Case Practical Guide has garnered unwavering enthusiasm from engineers and project managers alike. Numerous requests for its revival have poured in, emphasizing the undiminished value of its teachings. As systems development becomes increasingly complex, this guide promises to impart crucial expertise for defining requirements that facilitate the creation of truly beneficial products for users.

Who Should Read This Book?

This insightful guide is highly recommended for:

• - Project managers and product owners responsible for requirements definition and scope management
• - DX (Digital Transformation) leaders aiming to clarify business processes and serve as a hub between developers and users

Book Details

Title: Use Case Practical Guide [Revised Edition]: Effective Use Case Writing
Original Author: Alistair Cockburn
Supervised and Translated By: ULS Consulting
Translators: Akira Hirazawa, Masahiro Mizutani, Noriko Kuchimura
Release Date: August 5, 2026
Price: ¥5,390 (¥4,900 + 10% tax)
Specifications: B5 format, 336 pages
Available at bookstores nationwide and online retailers:

• - Shoeless Corporation’s Online Store: SEshop
• - Amazon: Amazon Japan

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

Part 1: The Core of Use Cases

2. Use Cases as Promises of Behavior
3. Scope
4. Stakeholders and Actors
5. Three Levels of Purpose with Given Names
6. Preconditions, Triggers, and Guarantees
7. Scenarios, Steps
8. Extensions
9. Variations in Technology and Data
10. Links Between Use Cases
11. Formatting Use Cases

Part 2: Common Discussions

12. When to End
13. When Use Cases Become Overwhelming
14. CRUD and Parameterized Use Cases
15. Business Process Modeling
16. Missing Requirements
17. Use Cases in the Overall Process
18. Use Case Summary and Extreme Programming
19. Correcting Issues

Part 3: Notes for Busy Individuals

20. Notes on Individual Use Cases
21. Notes on Use Case Overview
22. Notes on Working with Use Cases

Appendices

A. Use Cases in UML
B. Answers to Exercises (Partial)
C. Glossary
D. References

Author Profile

Alistair Cockburn is a globally recognized expert in project management, software architecture, and agile development. The supervising organization, ULS Consulting, is an independent consulting firm that aids strategic IT utilization from planning through implementation.

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