Understanding System Development Life Cycle

What is the primary goal of the planning phase in SDLC?

• To evaluate the project's success metrics.

• To define the scope and objectives of the project.

• To conduct user training sessions.

• To implement the project requirements.

How do feasibility studies contribute to system development?

• Feasibility studies are only used for financial analysis.

• Feasibility studies eliminate all risks in system development.

• Feasibility studies are conducted after the system is developed.

• Feasibility studies help determine the viability and risks of a system development project, guiding decision-making and resource allocation.

What are the key components of system design?

• User interface design

• Hardware selection

• Project management techniques

• Key components of system design include requirements analysis, architecture design, data modeling, API design, and non-functional requirements.

What is the significance of user requirements in the design phase?

• User requirements ensure the design aligns with user needs, guiding functionality and reducing future changes.

• User requirements are only necessary for the testing phase.

• User requirements are irrelevant to the design process.

• User requirements focus solely on aesthetic preferences.

Describe the main activities involved in the implementation phase.

• The main activities involved in the implementation phase include planning, resource allocation, system development, testing, user training, and deployment.

• Budget forecasting and adjustment

• Market research and analysis

• Post-implementation review

What are common challenges faced during system implementation?

• Immediate system upgrades

• Inadequate planning, resistance to change, insufficient training, integration issues, and budget overruns.

• Excessive user engagement

• Overly detailed documentation

How is testing conducted to ensure system validation?

• Testing is conducted through user feedback and system deployment.

• Testing is conducted through requirement definition, test case creation, execution, and result evaluation.

• Testing is conducted by randomly selecting system components for review.

• Testing is conducted solely through automated scripts without human oversight.

What types of testing are essential before deployment?

• Load testing

• Regression testing

• Unit testing, integration testing, system testing, user acceptance testing, performance testing.

• Smoke testing

What strategies can be employed for effective system deployment?

• Utilize automation tools, conduct thorough testing, and ensure proper documentation.

• Use outdated software versions

• Skip performance monitoring

• Ignore user feedback

Why is maintenance and support critical after deployment?

• Maintenance and support are critical to ensure system reliability, security, and user satisfaction post-deployment.

• Maintenance is only needed during the initial setup.

• User satisfaction is not affected by system performance.

• Support is irrelevant once the system is live.