| Author(s): |
Lavappa, P. D.; |
| Title: |
Guidelines for Planning and Development of Software for Buildings and Building Systems |
| Published: |
June 01, 2008 |
| Abstract: |
From inception to completion, software development projects need structure and organization so that good quality, user-friendly software is produced on time and within budget. The structured approach presented in this paper will help you achieve those goals. The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a conceptual model for software development that divides up the process into different phases. Each phase has a distinct role to play in the development life cycle, and is a building block for the next phase. There are many SDLC models, each emphasizing different aspects of the life-cycle. Implementing a structured approach requires selecting a model and sticking with it through out the development life cycle. This paper selects a Waterfall model for planning and executing a software project; describes the steps each research team member takes, by project phase, in the development of the software product; provides a one-page summary of those steps for making a checklist of team progress; provides a blank and case illustration template that each team member fills out in providing requirements or specifications of the software and provides a blank project schedule template for documenting the tasks required to implement the software project design. Following a structured process will enable a software development project to be organized and have a clear path to completion. Implementing a structured process is crucial for developing good quality software in an efficient manner. |
| Citation: |
NIST Interagency/Internal Report (NISTIR) - 7499 |
| Keywords: |
System Development Life Cycle; Waterfall model; software project management; software development; software requirements template |
| Research Areas: |
Building and Fire Research |
| PDF version: |
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