Big Bang Development
Big Bang Development is a software development approach where all requirements, design, and implementation are completed in a single, massive effort without formal planning or incremental phases. It involves developing the entire system at once and delivering it as a complete product, often with minimal stakeholder feedback during the process. This methodology is characterized by high risk, as it lacks structured testing, documentation, and iterative refinement.
Developers might encounter or reference Big Bang Development in legacy contexts, academic discussions, or as a cautionary example in agile training, but it is generally not recommended for modern projects due to its high failure rate. It could be relevant in extremely small, low-risk projects with fixed, well-understood requirements, such as simple scripts or prototypes, but even then, iterative approaches are preferred. Understanding this methodology helps developers appreciate the value of structured processes like Agile or Waterfall by contrast.