The Software Development Lifecycle Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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What is an end user?
A
The person who ultimately uses a software application or system.
2
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What is debugging?
A
The process of identifying and fixing errors or ‘bugs’ in the code that cause unexpected behavior or incorrect results.
3
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What is documentation?
A
All the paperwork needed to produce a program.
4
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What is a high-level programming language?
A
A type of programming language designed to be easy for humans to read and write.
5
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What is a low-level programming language?
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A type of programming language closer to the machine’s native language.
6
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What is the software development lifecycle?
A
A systematic process consisting of several phases that are followed to produce high-quality software.