What are some of the software cost estimation methods and models? [closed]

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I'm doing some research on software cost estimation models and methods with a few colleagues of mine, and I was just wondering if you guys knew any specifically other than the ones listed below. Thanks!

Models:

• The Planning Game
• COCOMO / COCOMO II
• SLIM
• SEER-SEM
• Weighted Micro Function Points
• Program Evaluation and Review Technique
• PRICE Systems
• Wideband Delphi
• Function Point Analysis
• Evidence-based Scheduling

Methods:

• Expert Judgment Method
• Analogy Method
• Parametric / Algorithmic Method
• Bottom-Up/Work Breakdown Structure Method
• Top-Down Method
• Analysis Effort Method
• Proxy-Based Estimation Method

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There's also the REVIC model mainly used for government projects (as used by http://sepo.spawar.navy.mil/Estimation.html), I've found the Weighted Micro Function Points cost model (as used by http://www.projectcodemeter.com) to be the most useful since it's more suitable for measuring small increments in code development.