Waterfall Development Model

Definition

The waterfall development model is a linear and sequential software development approach where each phase of the project is completed before moving on to the next. It follows a structured and rigid process.

Related terms

Agile Development Methodologies:

A set of flexible and iterative software development approaches that prioritize adaptability, collaboration, and quick response to changes in requirements.

DevOps Development Methodologies:

An approach that combines software development (Dev) with IT operations (Ops) to improve collaboration between teams, automate processes, and deliver software more efficiently.

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): A framework that outlines the various stages involved in developing software, including planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.