Software development lifecycle

The software development lifecycle encompasses every step from idea to requirements, code creation and QA to live application, and beyond, into production support and EOL. Learn about the latest ALM and CI/CD tools for the SDLC, as well as top methodologies and processes from industry experts, tool users in the field and seasoned journalists.

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Software developers increasingly turn to automated testing tools and workflows to speed up testing regimens while ensuring better consistency and completeness in the QA process, but success demands a high level of understanding. Here is your one-stop shop for test automation. This guide walks through the benefits and challenges, how to craft an automated testing strategy, and how to compare tools.

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Software development lifecycle News

August 10, 2020 10 Aug'20
IBM's OpenAPI Comment Parser helps devs document APIs

IBM's OpenAPI Comment Parser gives developers a new tool to simplify the process of documenting APIs, so that developers down the line will be able to use them with less effort.
July 17, 2020 17 Jul'20
JFrog taps partners, adds features to bolster DevOps platform

JFrog fills gaps in its DevOps platform with new features and partnerships with tool providers to help developers ship secure code and use issue-free open source code.
June 09, 2020 09 Jun'20
Uplevel targets software engineering efficiency amid pandemic

Uplevel, a startup analytics vendor whose platform aims to aid engineering efficiency, rolled out three new tools on Tuesday to assist developers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
June 04, 2020 04 Jun'20
Microsoft fuels 'developer velocity' with Azure, new tools

Microsoft is pushing the theme of 'developer velocity,' or how coders can quickly transform an idea into viable business software. Experts vary on how new the concept really is.

Software development lifecycle Get Started

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7 techniques for better Agile requirements gathering

Avoid headaches when you gather software requirements. Learn these seven Agile techniques to understand requirements without reverting to Waterfall. Continue Reading
What does DevOps mean for development and operations?

Get answers to your questions about what DevOps means to development and operations teams, how DevOps works, DevOps vs. Agile and more. Continue Reading
Top software documentation tools and how to use them

The best software documentation helps frame development projects and improve existing offerings. Learn the ins and outs of popular software documentation types and tools. Continue Reading

Evaluate Software development lifecycle Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

5 advantages of GitLab CI/CD pipelines

Products can ease the oft-cumbersome CI/CD process. In this video tutorial, walk through five ways GitLab enables and eases CI/CD for DevOps teams and professionals. Continue Reading
The case for cybersecurity by design in application software

Security must be part of IT from the start and then continue through the entire product lifecycle -- design, build, release and maintenance. Consumers now demand it. Continue Reading
GitKraken vs. Sourcetree: Pick a Git GUI that fits dev needs

Git GUIs give developers a visual means to manipulate source code repositories. Learn why GitKraken and Sourcetree are popular options among developers, and where each stands out. Continue Reading

Manage Software development lifecycle

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

How experts run shift-left and shift-right testing

It's time to eliminate the testing bottleneck. Perform tests early and late in the SDLC to keep software moving -- and cut down on defects. Continue Reading
Software development must align with your business-side team

Software development has become a company-wide process, with business teams now offering their input. DevOps must learn to work with them for projects to succeed. Continue Reading
10 tips on when to refactor code

Developers only have so much time available. Here's how to prioritize code refactoring so you get the most value from the least amount of effort. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Software development lifecycle Issues

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How to prevent accidental complexity in software development

Software products contain both essential and accidental complexity. To fight accidental complexity, avoid overambitious designs, coding flaws and other common problem areas. Continue Reading
Reduce these forms of AI bias from devs and testers

Watch out for cognitive biases in every development and testing decision -- especially AI biases that affect software users. Here are the ways to address common issues. Continue Reading
Types of software requirements you need to know

Not all software requirement types are the same. See the benefits of stakeholder input and apply these seven characteristics to produce well-written requirements. Continue Reading