Because it is a recent field and because there are many development methods, software development changes from project to project. The nature of software development is directly dependent on the nature of its clients. For example: a software development project involving economic record updates is radically different from software development requiring flight environment simulation.

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Software development comprises numerous stages:

Requirements: the definition of mutually acceptable requirements is primary to successful projects. This does not mean all requirements must be fixed on from the start, but the software developer must always understand what the project must be functionally and nonfunctionally. Requirements define the characteristics and performance of the application system – incorrect definition may affect the entire project.

 

Precise definition involves close contact with the client and his project-related environment.

Choice of method: software development methods are numerous, though two are prevalent: Waterfall and Agile. Agile is best compatible with small and medium-scale projects. Project-related environment may change in accordance with changing requirements, such as new features per customer request and the like. Agile is flexible enough to adapt to such changes.

Though the general method is clear in most cases, it must still be adapted to specific client needs:
To reduce risks accordingly
To provide proof of concept, if possible
To define the number of product versions and each version’s features
To establish the number of test runs
To establish the rate of status reports.

 

Market research: awareness of current software development and related markets; assessment whether and how to use existing software and hardware solutions to reduce development time. Client-owned software (old versions, etc) may prove useful.
Architecture: correct project architecture is the key to successful software development. It demands a nuanced understanding of the project. For example: to make initial project architecture adaptable to future requirements, these future project requirements must first be predicted by the software developer.

Work Environment: The world of software development is growing steadily. However, recent technology is not always the best choice since it may lead to incompatibility and other difficulties. The environment, technology, and workforce must be carefully adapted to the particular problem at hand.

Coding: coding must be efficient to save QA time towards completion.
User Interface Design: its importance is not to be underestimated – good user interface design ensures that current users are pleased and that prospective users are profitably impressed. Good interface design takes the software to top marketing levels.
QA: a process necessary for any application. It must be planned carefully to determine extensiveness and areas of focus.

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