Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a structured process that enables the production of high-quality, low-cost software in the shortest possible production time. It is a detailed plan that describes how to develop, maintain, replace, and alter or enhance specific software.
Planning
Identifying objectives, scope, purpose, and deliverables of the project.
Requirements Analysis
Gathering and analyzing the needs of end-users to ensure the software meets their expectations.
Design
Architecting the software structure, including system interfaces and data models.
Implementation
Writing code and converting design documents into functional software.
Testing
Evaluating the software to ensure it meets the required standards and functions correctly.
Deployment
Releasing the software for use in the production environment.
Maintenance
Updating and modifying the software to fix issues and add new features.