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What is the primary focus of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?
Which of the following elements is NOT part of the object model in software development?
What does encapsulation achieve in object-oriented design?
What is modularization intended to reduce in software development?
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In the context of software objects, what does 'abstraction' emphasize?
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Which of the following describes hierarchy in a complex system?
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What role do development managers play in the software development process?
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What is the purpose of requirement analysis in the SDLC?
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Study Notes
Key Roles in Software Development
- Users: Individuals who utilize software, aiming for enjoyment or recognition in their tasks.
- Customers (Clients): Decision-makers for software procurement, who may or may not be users themselves.
- Software Developers: Professionals responsible for creating and maintaining software, often titled software engineers.
- Development Managers: Leaders of the software development organization, overseeing project execution.
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Definition: A structured methodology encompassing processes for high-quality software creation.
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Phases of SDLC:
- Requirement analysis: Identifying needs and expectations.
- Planning: Developing a roadmap for project execution.
- Software design: Architectural design to guide development.
- Software development: Actual coding of the software.
- Testing: Validating functionality and reliability.
- Deployment/Maintenance: Releasing the software and ensuring ongoing support.
Object-Oriented Conceptual Framework
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Object Model Elements:
- Abstraction: Distills an object's essential characteristics, differentiating it from other objects, focusing on external behavior rather than implementation.
- Encapsulation: Bundles data and methods into a single unit (class), while restricting access to certain components to protect the object's internal state.
- Modularity: Divides a program into separate, manageable modules that can be developed independently but still interact with each other, reducing overall costs.
- Hierarchy: Establishes a ranking system for abstractions, primarily reflected in class structures (is a hierarchy) and object structures (part of hierarchy).
Hierarchy in Object Models
- Single Inheritance: A hierarchy where a subclass inherits from one superclass.
- Multiple Inheritance: A hierarchy where a subclass inherits from multiple superclasses, potentially leading to naming conflicts or structural ambiguities.
- Inheritance Lattice: A diamond-shaped inheritance structure that can arise from repeated inheritance, questioning whether derived classes have one or multiple copies of a shared superclass's attributes.
Aggregation
- Represents a part-of relationship, illustrating how components fit into the overall system hierarchy.
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Description
Learn about the various roles involved in software development, including users, customers, developers, and managers. Each group has distinct goals and responsibilities that contribute to the overall success of a software project. This quiz will test your understanding of these roles and their importance in the software development lifecycle.
