The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a structured process used to design, develop, and implement information systems. It provides a framework for managing and organizing the steps involved in creating a system, ensuring efficiency and quality throughout the development process.
Phases of SDLC:
Planning: Define project goals, feasibility, and scope.
Analysis: Gather requirements and understand user needs.
Design: Create system architecture, layouts, and workflows.
Development: Build the system by coding and integrating components.
Testing: Identify and fix bugs to ensure the system meets requirements.
Implementation: Deploy the system for users.
Maintenance: Monitor, update, and improve the system as needed.
SDLC ensures that systems are developed systematically, reducing risks and ensuring quality outcomes.