Comparing Software Development Models (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards
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Waterfall model key features
Waterfall model key features
Sequential, phase-based, heavy documentation
Projects best suited for Waterfall
Projects best suited for Waterfall
Stable, well-defined projects
Main drawbacks of Waterfall
Main drawbacks of Waterfall
Inflexible, late testing
Agile model key features
Agile model key features
Iterative, user-focused, frequent delivery
Projects best suited for Agile
Projects best suited for Agile
Evolving requirements, user-centred applications
Main drawbacks of Agile
Main drawbacks of Agile
Resource-intensive, scope creep
Spiral model key features
Spiral model key features
Risk-focused, iterative, adaptable
Projects best suited for Spiral
Projects best suited for Spiral
High-risk, complex projects
Main drawbacks of Spiral
Main drawbacks of Spiral
Complex, costly
RAD model key features
RAD model key features
User-driven, prototype-based, quick turnaround
Projects best suited for RAD
Projects best suited for RAD
Small to medium projects with user feedback emphasis
Main drawbacks of RAD
Main drawbacks of RAD
High resource demands, scalability issues