Coursera - 1.1.2. Career in software design and architecture

What is the primary responsibility of a software designer?

• Managing the development team

• Choosing appropriate frameworks

• Communicating with clients

• Outlining a software solution to a specific problem

What does software architecture focus on?

• Individual components

• The entire system

• User interface design

• Code optimization

Which of the following best describes the relationship between software design and architecture?

• They have no relation

• They are the same problem at different scales

• They are completely different fields

• One is more important than the other

What is a key challenge in software architecture?

• Balancing speed and quality

• Writing documentation

• Managing team dynamics

• Creating user interfaces

What is a common misconception clients have about their needs?

• They know exactly what they want

• They have a vague understanding of their needs

• They are always clear about their requirements

• They prefer to keep their needs secret

What is an important skill for a software architect?

• Deep technical expertise

• Database management

• Ability to write code

• Graphic design skills

How should software architecture be communicated?

• Only through code

• Written documents and schematics

• Using only diagrams

• Through verbal discussions only

What is the most important principle in software design according to the text?

• Simplicity

• Complexity

• Speed

• Innovation

What is a software architect's role in relation to the product and customer?

• To write all the code

• To manage the marketing team

• To design the user interface

• To interface between the product and customer

What is a common path to becoming a software architect?

• Starting as a project manager

• Working as a software engineer

• Becoming a business analyst

• Studying architecture in college