Software Development Life Cycle
The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a structured process for planning, creating, testing, and deploying software applications. It provides a framework of phases—such as requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance—to ensure high-quality, efficient, and manageable software development. SDLC models, like Waterfall, Agile, and DevOps, offer different approaches to organizing these phases based on project needs.
Developers should learn SDLC to understand how software projects are managed from conception to delivery, enabling better collaboration, risk mitigation, and adherence to timelines and budgets. It is essential for roles in project management, quality assurance, and team-based development, particularly in regulated industries like finance or healthcare where documentation and process compliance are critical. Using SDLC helps ensure software meets user requirements and is maintainable over time.