Software Design and Development

Software Design and Development

1. Development Methodologies

   • Traditional
     • Client is heavily involved at start and end.
       • At the end of development, the client will evaluate if it is fir for purpose and meets the specification. They will provide feedback.
       • Teams of analysts, programmers, testers and documenters work independently on each phase of development
   • Agile
     • Client is involves throughout entire process.
       • The client will give feedback on each prototype as it is produced. The feedback is then acted upon. Goals can also be changed throughout the project.

2. Software development process

   • The Waterfall Method
     • Analysis
       • Design
         • Implementation
           • Testing
             • Documentation
               • Evaluation
                 • Maintenance