Software Development Lifecycle and Testing

Module Overview

This module explains how testing activities integrate with different software development approaches. Learners will understand how testers contribute throughout the software lifecycle and how testing strategies change depending on development methodologies.

Topics Covered

• 2.1 Software Development Models
• Waterfall model
• V-model
• Iterative development
• Incremental development
• 2.2 Testing Activities Across the Lifecycle
• Requirement analysis testing
• Design review activities
• Development testing
• System testing
• Acceptance testing
• 2.3 Agile Development and Testing
• Agile principles
• Scrum framework overview
• Role of testers in Agile teams
• Continuous testing practices

Practical Activities

• Compare testing approaches in Waterfall and Agile projects
• Identify testing activities at each lifecycle stage