CAP314: Unit 1

What are some common challenges faced in software engineering?

• Reduced team sizes

• Common challenges in software engineering include scope management, code quality assurance, requirement changes, team communication, and technology integration.

• Increased hardware costs

• Simplified user interfaces

How does the waterfall model approach software development?

• The waterfall model allows for simultaneous development phases.

• The waterfall model is a linear and sequential approach to software development.

• The waterfall model is an agile approach to software development.

• The waterfall model emphasizes continuous integration and delivery.

List two characteristics of the waterfall model.

• Minimal documentation required;

• 1. Linear and sequential phases; 2. Emphasis on documentation and planning.

• Testing occurs only at the end.

• Focus on iterative development;

What are the advantages of using the prototyping model?

• Longer development cycles due to rigid structure

• Increased costs due to extensive documentation

• Advantages of using the prototyping model include improved user involvement, early detection of issues, better requirement understanding, and reduced development time.

• Limited user feedback during development

Explain the iterative development process in software engineering.

• Development is completed in a single phase without iterations

• Only focuses on coding without testing

• A linear approach with no feedback loops

• The iterative development process consists of repeated cycles of planning, design, coding, testing, and evaluation, allowing for continuous improvement and adaptation.

What is meant by problem domain analysis?

• Problem domain analysis is a method for coding solutions directly.

• Problem domain analysis is the process of understanding the context and requirements of a specific problem to be solved.

• Problem domain analysis refers to the financial assessment of a project.

• Problem domain analysis is the evaluation of team performance in software development.

Describe the overview of software process models.

• Software process models are structured approaches to software development, including Waterfall, Agile, and Spiral models.

• Software process models are informal guidelines without structure.

• Software process models include only the Agile model.

• Software process models are only applicable to hardware development.

How does the waterfall model handle changes during development?

• The waterfall model encourages frequent revisions and iterative feedback.

• The waterfall model allows for easy changes at any stage of development.

• Changes can be implemented seamlessly without affecting previous phases.

• The waterfall model handles changes poorly, as it is designed for a linear progression and does not easily accommodate modifications once a phase is completed.

What is a key benefit of the prototyping model?

• Limited user involvement in the design process.

• Early user feedback and iterative improvements.

• Final product is delivered without testing.

• Increased development time and costs.

In what scenarios is iterative development most beneficial?

• In projects with fixed budgets

• When all requirements are well-defined

• When user feedback is not necessary

• When requirements are unclear, in complex projects, and when quick delivery and user feedback are needed.