Waterfall articles
The Waterfall is a software development method that follows a linear, sequential approach to software development. This method is also known as the Waterfall Model. The process of Waterfall model is divided into several distinct phases, each of which must be completed before moving on to the next phase. These phases are typically:
- Requirements gathering and analysis: In this phase, the requirements for the software are gathered and analyzed. This includes understanding the needs of the users and the goals of the project.
- Design: In this phase, the software design is created. This includes creating detailed specifications for the system, including the overall architecture, user interface, and database design.
- Implementation or Coding: In this phase, the software is actually coded, and the various components of the system are brought together.
- Testing: In this phase, the software is tested to ensure that it meets the requirements and that it is free of errors.
- Deployment: In this phase, the software is deployed to the target environment, such as a production server.
- Maintenance: After deployment, the software is maintained, bugs are fixed and new features are added if required.
The Waterfall model is best suited for projects with well-defined requirements, where the requirements are unlikely to change during the development process. It is also well-suited for projects with a clear end goal and a defined timeline. However, it has some limitations. It does not provide much flexibility for changes and can be difficult to go back and make changes once a phase is completed. It also doesn't allow for much collaboration between developers and clients.
