Basic Knowledge of Software Process

Definition and Features of Software Process

• A software process is a set of related activities that lead to the production of a software product.
• Software processes are complex.
• Software processes rely on people making decisions and judgments.
• There is no ideal process.

Types of Software Processes

In practice, most practical processes include elements of both types.

Plan-driven Processes

• All the processes activities are planned in advance.
• Process is measured against this plan.

Agile Processes

• Planning is incremental.
• It is easier to change the process to reflect changing customer requirements.