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What is the primary focus during the analysis phase of the software development process?

  • Designing the user interface
  • Identifying potential problems (correct)
  • Defining software requirements (correct)
  • Writing and testing code

In which phase is the overall structure and key components of the software planned?

  • Implementation
  • Architecture (correct)
  • Design
  • Definition

What occurs during the module testing phase?

  • Integrating different software modules
  • Identifying errors in each module (correct)
  • Presenting the software to the client
  • Testing the entire system

Which phase follows the implementation phase in the software development process?

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What is the main purpose of the acceptance phase in the software development lifecycle?

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What is the primary focus of Software Engineering in large projects?

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What happens to quality when the cost is significantly reduced in a software project?

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In the context of Software Engineering, how do time, cost, and quality relate to each other?

<p>Changes in one factor can affect the others (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can extending the time allocated to a software project potentially achieve?

<p>Improve quality but potentially increase costs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the magic triangle in software engineering?

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What does the Lastenheft primarily define in the software development process?

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Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Pflichtenheft?

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From the developer's perspective, which of the following is a key characteristic the software must have?

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Which aspect is highlighted as important for both the Lastenheft and Pflichtenheft?

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In the context of software development, what does the term 'user-friendly' refer to?

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What distinguishes a persistent error from an intermittent error in debugging?

<p>Persistent errors are stable and reproducible, while intermittent errors appear only sometimes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is most effective for debugging open run-time errors?

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What is a common characteristic of hidden run-time errors?

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Which of the following is NOT a method of debugging mentioned?

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Which tool is specifically used for debugging within an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?

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What is a key characteristic of the Water-fall model?

<p>Phases are completed sequentially without returning to previous ones. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what type of project is the Water-fall model most suitable?

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What advantage does the V-Model have over the Water-fall model?

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Which of the following features is NOT included in the project plan according to the provided details?

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What do the tables in the document categorize?

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How does the V-Model differ from the Water-fall model?

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What is a significant limitation of the Water-fall model?

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Which of the following aspects is explicitly included in the project plan according to the features table?

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What is the primary nature of hidden requirements in a system?

<p>They are important expectations that are not openly stated. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of a system in a factory hall, which of the following is a hidden requirement?

<p>Must be robust against dust and noise. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the hidden requirement of scalability imply for a system serving many users?

<p>The system must handle multiple users simultaneously. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies can help in identifying hidden requirements?

<p>Listening carefully and observing subtle clues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the nature of hidden requirements?

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What is the purpose of modularization in code?

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Which type of testing verifies that existing functionalities remain unaffected by changes?

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How does black-box testing primarily differ from white-box testing?

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What is a common technique for identifying the source of a defect?

<p>Hypotheses Formation and Testing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an Index Error typically indicate?

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In the provided exception handling block, what happens in the finally section?

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Which testing method uses random values as inputs when specific conditions are undefined?

<p>Random Testing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a logical error in programming?

<p>An error in program logic resulting in incorrect outputs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Software Definition

Defining the exact functionality of the software, including features, user interactions, and system constraints.

Software Analysis

The process of analyzing user needs, requirements, and potential challenges to ensure the software's viability and success.

Software Architecture

Constructing the overall framework of the software, outlining key components, relationships, and architecture.

Software Design

Developing individual parts of the software, designing user interfaces, and implementing code for each module.

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Module Testing

Testing individual modules of the software to ensure they function correctly and meet requirements.

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What is Software Engineering?

Software Engineering is the systematic approach to creating complex software applications, emphasizing team collaboration, efficient tools, and established methodologies.

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Why is Software Engineering important?

Software Engineering focuses on the overall project success by ensuring the final product meets the desired quality standards, including user-friendliness, scalability, and security.

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What is the Software Engineering Magic Triangle?

The Magic Triangle highlights the interconnectedness of time, cost, and quality in software development. Changes in one factor directly impact the others.

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How does more time affect the Magic Triangle?

Increasing the development time can potentially lead to a higher quality software product, but it also usually means a higher cost.

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How does lower cost affect the Magic Triangle?

Reducing the project cost can shorten the development time, but often at the expense of the software's quality.

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Lastenheft

A document outlining what the client expects from the software, focusing on "What should the product do?"

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Pflichtenheft

A detailed technical document outlining how the software will be implemented to meet the requirements, answering "How should the product meet these requirements?"

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User Perspective

The perspective that emphasizes software usability, reliability, and security from the user's viewpoint.

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Developer Perspective

The perspective that emphasizes testability, scalability, and adaptability of the software from the developer's viewpoint.

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Software Engineering

A process used to develop and maintain software, encompassing all stages from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.

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Waterfall Model

A step-by-step software development method where each phase (requirements, design, coding, testing, deployment, maintenance) is completed linearly, without revisiting previous phases.

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V-Model

A variation of the Waterfall model where development and testing occur simultaneously. It emphasizes finding errors early in the process.

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Project Plan/Scope ('Lastenheft')

The document that outlines the overall project scope, including features, technical requirements, deadlines, and user functionalities.

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Responsibility/Task List ('Pflichtenheft')

The document detailing the responsibilities and tasks involved in executing the project.

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Requirements Gathering

The first phase of the Waterfall model focuses on gathering and documenting all user requirements and system constraints.

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Programming/Coding

The third phase in the Waterfall model, where code is written for each software module based on the design.

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Hidden Requirements

Important features or expectations of a system that are not explicitly stated but are crucial for its success.

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Hidden Requirement: System in a Factory

A system built for a factory floor must be designed to withstand dust, noise, and be easy to use by workers in a busy environment.

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Hidden Requirement: Many Users

A system designed for use by many users simultaneously must be powerful and flexible to handle the load without performance issues.

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How to Identify Hidden Requirements

Paying close attention to subtle clues and understanding the context can help you identify hidden requirements.

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Open Run-Time Errors

Errors that have a clear cause and can be easily identified and corrected.

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Hidden Run-Time Errors

Errors that are difficult to find and fix because their cause is not immediately apparent.

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Persistent Run-Time Errors

Errors that always occur under the same conditions, making them reliably reproducible.

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Intermittent Run-Time Errors

Errors that occur sporadically, even with identical input, making them difficult to track down.

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Defensive Programming

A programming technique that anticipates potential errors and includes code to handle them gracefully, preventing crashes.

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Unit Tests

Testing individual functions or modules in isolation to ensure they work correctly.

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System Tests

Testing the entire system to ensure all components interact seamlessly and achieve the desired functionality.

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Black-box Testing

Testing the software based on its specifications without looking at the code. Ensures functionality coverage.

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White-box Testing

Testing by examining the code's internal structure to achieve full coverage of every line.

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Hypotheses Formation and Testing

Generating and testing various explanations for defects to understand the root cause of problems.

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Intrusive Testing

Using prior experience and knowledge to design tests, leveraging past mistakes and patterns.

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Random Testing

Using random inputs when specific test data cannot be defined, aiming for a wider testing range.

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Index Error

An error that occurs when attempting to access an element in an array outside its valid index range.

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