{"id":4945,"date":"2020-08-28T07:59:52","date_gmt":"2020-08-28T07:59:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homeworkjoy.com\/infographics\/?p=4945"},"modified":"2022-10-26T23:14:15","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T06:14:15","slug":"basic-types-of-software-development-life-cycle-models","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homeworkjoy.com\/infographics\/basic-types-of-software-development-life-cycle-models\/","title":{"rendered":"Basic Types of Software Development Life Cycle Models"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies depend on various factors for their functioning. These factors vary from employees to different software. However, the Software Development Life Cycle model is prominent. Also, it is highly effective for the smooth operation of a company. So if you are struggling to know this model, check out this guide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, check out some of our latest posts:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeworkjoy.com\/infographics\/tips-and-learning\/what-are-the-different-types-of-databases-in-computer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the Different Types of Databases in Computer?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definition of Software Development Life Cycle Models<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software Development Life Cycle is a software project management process. It is useful for streamlined<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homeworkjoy.com\/infographics\/learning\/what-is-data-science-and-how-it-works-beginners-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> development in data science<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It contains various models, let\u2019s know them more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waterfall Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A waterfall model is famous as a linear-sequential life cycle model because it allows us to illustrate the development process linearly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iterative Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It implements the basic functionalities of the software and enhances its performance. Also well-known for mission-critical projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spiral Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a hybrid model that contains both waterfall and iterative models. It mostly focuses on risk analysis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Big Bang Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Big Bang is a basic model that is easy to implement. It is popular among students and newcomers due to its smooth implementation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agile Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This model is extensively useful in software engineering, as there is a close association between real-world entities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid Application Development Model<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RAD is a software developing methodology based on iterative and prototyping. Its best part is that it does not require any peculiar planning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages of Software Development Life Cycle Models<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are some primary advantages of SDLC models:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a defined view of the entire system, timeline, goals, and resources\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design reviews assist in ensuring the quality and reliability of the resultant product<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased control over the large or complex project<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incudes clear and comprehensive steps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy assessment of growth and expense<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Debugging and testing of the system can be done in small iterations which deliver errors free final product<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disadvantages of the Software Development Life Cycle Models<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To know the weaknesses of SDLC models, check out the following points:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased development cost and time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Details of the system should be specified in advance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The volume of record increases with time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outmoded processes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing is sometimes not suitable for the whole development teams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With output at every stage, the final product may be uncertain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Models like Big bang are not ideal for any large projects by any means<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So these were some basics of software development life cycle models that a programmer should know. 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