The Art Of Software Development (part 1): Understanding Need - Word Games
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If you always thought that Web development was all about the code, you're in for a rude shock. Sure, you need to know how to code...but you also need to know where the code fits into the overall project lifecycle. Take a look at the following diagram, which describes the typical stages in a project cycle:
Wondering what all the big words mean? Here's a quick translation:
Requirements analysis: Understanding what the customer wants
Design: Figuring out how to give it to him or her
Implementation: Writing the code
System and acceptance testing: Making sure it works as advertised
Maintenance: Keeping it humming and updating it as required
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