Chapter 2: System Development Life Cycle Models
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What is a key characteristic of the Waterfall Model?

  • It incorporates user feedback during development.
  • Each phase must be completed before the next begins. (correct)
  • It focuses on continuous improvements through iterations.
  • It allows for overlapping phases.
  • Which model emphasizes testing and verification at every stage?

  • Incremental Model
  • V-Model (Validation and Verification) (correct)
  • Waterfall Model
  • Prototype Model
  • What distinguishes the Incremental Model from other traditional models?

  • It produces a single final product at the end.
  • It emphasizes meeting stringent timelines.
  • It delivers portions of the project incrementally. (correct)
  • It requires extensive documentation at each phase.
  • Which model is characterized by repeated cycles aiming to improve the system?

    <p>Iterative Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which model is an initial prototype created to gather user feedback?

    <p>Prototype Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do modern life cycle models primarily emphasize in software development?

    <p>Flexibility and adaptability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Rapid Application Development (RAD)?

    <p>Prioritizes rapid delivery through user involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the Agile Model?

    <p>Encourages customer feedback and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Scrum differ from other Agile methodologies?

    <p>It focuses on short development cycles called sprints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does Kanban improve efficiency in the development process?

    <p>By emphasizing visual workflows and limiting work-in-progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the DevOps approach?

    <p>Enhancing collaboration and automating processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is central to the Spiral Model?

    <p>Combining iterative development with risk management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common aspect that traditional life cycle models lack compared to modern models?

    <p>Emphasis on iterative progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first phase of the SDLC?

    <p>Planning and Selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Analysis phase of the SDLC?

    <p>Current procedures and systems are studied to determine requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Design phase of the SDLC focus on?

    <p>Converting the recommended solution into logical and physical specifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the Implementation phase of the SDLC?

    <p>The system is coded, tested, installed, and supported.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the SDLC includes systematic repair and improvement of an information system?

    <p>Maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which SDLC phase are logical features of the system described?

    <p>Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the SDLC phases?

    <p>Each phase has a specific deliverable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is regarded as the outcome of the Analysis phase?

    <p>Recommendations for the best design alternative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chapter 2: System Development Life Cycle Models

    • This chapter introduces models for system development
    • The learning objectives are to identify traditional models, explain differences between models, and list SDLC stages.

    2.1 Traditional Life Cycle Models

    • Traditional Life Cycle Models refer to structured methods in software and system engineering.
    • These models are linear, sequential, and have clearly defined stages.

    2.1.1 Examples of Traditional Life Cycle Models

    • Waterfall Model: A linear approach where each phase (requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance) must be completed before moving to the next.
    • V-Model (Validation and Verification): This model extends the Waterfall Model by incorporating verification and validation activities at each stage of the development process.

    2.1.2 More Traditional Life Cycle Models

    • Incremental Model: Divides a project into smaller, manageable segments for incremental development and delivery.
    • Iterative Model: Revisits and refines processes through repeated cycles to improve the system at each iteration.
    • Prototype Model: Develops an initial prototype to gather user feedback and refine requirements.

    2.1.3 Visualization of the Waterfall Model

    • The diagram displays the progressive stages of the model, including:
      • Requirement Analysis
      • System Design
      • Implementation
      • Testing
      • Deployment
      • Maintenance

    2.1.4 Visualization of the V-Model

    • A "V" shaped illustration demonstrates the verification and validation phases working opposite to the development phases.

    2.1.5 Visualization of the Incremental Model

    • The illustration visually presents the phases of an incremental development process.

    2.1.6 Visualization of the Iterative Model

    • The illustration displays the iterative cycle used in this development approach. It emphasizes the process of refining system aspects through repeated cycles.

    2.1.7 Visualization of the Prototype Model

    • The illustration shows a linear progression of steps involved in building, refining, and testing a prototype with the feedback of the customer included.

    2.2 Modern Life Cycle Models

    • Modern Life Cycle Models are contemporary approaches focusing on flexibility, adaptability, iterative progress, catering to dynamic business demands and evolving technologies.
    • These models emphasize continuous improvement, collaboration, and faster delivery.

    2.2.1 Examples of Modern Life Cycle Models

    • Rapid Application Development (RAD): This methodology focuses on speed, flexibility, and iterative development to deliver a working product quickly, minimizing planning and maximizing user involvement.
    • Agile Model: This approach prioritizes flexibility, collaboration, customer feedback, and the delivery of small, incremental releases.
    • Scrum: A subset of Agile, focusing on short development cycles (sprints) and defined roles (Scrum Master and Product Owner).
    • Kanban: A lean methodology that visualizes workflows and limits work-in-progress to improve efficiency.
    • DevOps: Combines development and operations teams to enhance collaboration, automate processes, and enable continuous delivery and integration.
    • Spiral Model: This model combines iterative development with a risk-driven approach, repeatedly passing through planning, design, build, and testing phases.

    2.3 Overview of SDLC Stages

    • Traditional methodology for developing, maintaining, and replacing information systems.
    • The methodology consists of five phases:
      • Planning and Selection
      • Analysis
      • Design
      • Implementation
      • Maintenance
    • Phases are not always sequential.
    • Each phase includes a specific deliverable or outcome.
    • Companies often customize their life cycle based on their needs.

    2.3.1 SDLC Stages - Planning

    • This is the initial stage where information system needs are identified, analyzed, prioritized and arranged.

    2.3.2 SDLC Stages - Analysis

    • Involves studying current procedures and information systems
    • Determining requirements
    • Generating alternative designs
    • Comparing alternatives
    • Recommending the best alternative

    2.3.3 SDLC Stages - Design

    • Describes the recommended solution (logical and physical specifications)
    • Defines the functionalities in a system design independent of the platform.
    • Converts logical specifications into technology-specific details for programming and system construction.

    2.3.4 SDLC Stages - Implementation

    • The information system is coded, tested, installed, and maintained within the organization.

    2.3.5 SDLC Stages - Maintenance

    • The system is repaired and improved to reflect evolving business conditions.

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