Lesson 1: SDLC Foundations, Models, Governance, and Planning

This lesson develops practical understanding of sdlc foundations, models, governance, and planning within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Training. It connects core concepts with realistic testing and quality-engineering decisions.

Learners examine methods, evidence, risks, stakeholder expectations, and implementation considerations before applying the ideas in a focused activity.

Topics Covered

• Business need, feasibility, objectives, stakeholders, value, and constraints
• Lifecycle phases, deliverables, baselines, gates, and governance
• Waterfall, V-model, iterative, agile, DevOps, and hybrid models
• Model selection by risk, uncertainty, compliance, and architecture
• Roles across business, design, development, testing, and operations
• Planning, estimates, milestones, dependencies, resources, and risks
• Quality, security, privacy, compliance, and documentation

Practical Activity

Apply the lesson concepts to a realistic Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) scenario and document the test approach, evidence, risks, and recommended next actions.

Lesson Outcome

Learners can explain and apply sdlc foundations, models, governance, and planning using structured, risk-aware, and evidence-based testing decisions.