A well-defined software development process involves several stages, each with its own set of tasks and objectives. This process ensures that the software is developed efficiently, on time, and within budget while meeting the desired quality standards.

Analysis and Planning:

Defining the goals, parameters, and needs of the project and subsequently obtaining and examining project-related data determining the resources required and the project budget and schedule estimates.

Design:

Creating a complete design specification for the software architecture, including the user interface, database, and software component design.

Development:

Actual coding and programming of the software in accordance with the underlying design requirements.

Testing:

Software must be tested to make sure it satisfies project requirements and performs as intended. Testing for both integration and unit is included in this step.

Deployment and Maintenance:

After testing and approval of the software It has been put into production. The software will then require ongoing maintenance and support, including bug patches, updates, and additions.