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SDLC Interview Questions for Freshers

1. What is SDLC?
2. What is the importance of the SDLC process?
3. Explain the phases in a typical SDLC process briefly.
4. Explain the types of SDLC models.
5. What is SRS?
6. What is a Feasibility Study?
7. What is the testing phase in the SDLC model?
8. Which SDLC model is best and Why?
9. What are the advantages of the SDLC process?
10. What are the disadvantages of the SDLC process?
11. Explain HLD.
12. Explain LLD.

SDLC Interview Questions for Experienced

13. What is the use of JAD session?
14. What is the So ware release process?
15. What is FRS document?
16. Explain prototyping in SDLC process.
17. What are different types of prototype model?
18. How can DDLC and SDLC work together?

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SDLC Interview Questions for

Experienced (.....Continued)

19. What is Level-0 DFD?

20. What is Capability Maturity Model?
21. What are Capability Maturity Model(CMM) levels?
22. Briefly explain Scrum methodology in the Agile model.
23. What do you know about Scrum impediments?
24. What do a So ware Project Manager's responsibilities entail?
25. What is So ware Configuration Management, and how does it work?
26. List Top SDLC tools.
27. What are the different environments related to development while following
SDLC?
28. What is the main aim of prototyping?
29. Differentiate between quality assurance and quality control?
30. Briefly describe the RAD model.

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Introduction

The So ware Development Life Cycle, or SDLC, is a method for producing high-
quality, low-cost so ware in the least amount of time. SDLC is a well-structured flow
of stages that enables a company to swi ly develop high-quality so ware that has
been thoroughly tested and is ready for production. To assure high-quality goods or
services development in hardware or so ware organisations, this So ware
Development Life Cycle will ensure delivery of efficient and high-quality so ware or
hardware products to the end customer or clients.
In this blog, you will come across some of the important questions and answers that
would help you crack SDLC interviews.
These questions are divided into two categories, one part is for freshers and the other
for experienced professionals. So, let’s get started.
SDLC Interview Questions for Freshers
SDLC Interview Questions for Experienced

SDLC Interview Questions for Freshers

1. What is SDLC?
The So ware Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is a well-defined procedure for
producing high-quality, low-cost so ware in the shortest amount of time possible.
The SDLC's purpose is to create exceptional so ware that exceeds all customer
expectations and demands. The SDLC develops and describes a detailed plan that
includes stages, or phases, each with its own process and deliverables. It describes
the entire development process, including all tasks involved in planning, developing,
testing, and distributing a so ware product.

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2. What is the importance of the SDLC process?

Following are some of the points that briefly describes the importance of the SDLC
process:
It explains why project planning, scheduling, and budgeting are necessary.
It allows for some control over the development process in order to guarantee
that the final product meets the original criteria.
It provides a structure for a standard set of projects and deliverables.
It helps in the growth process by increasing the visibility of project planning to
all involved parties.
It assures that the design and testing processes that lead to a solution's release
are good and well-managed.
It is the most effective method for project management and tracking.
It aids in the acceleration of development and the improvement of client
relationships.
It aids in the reduction of project risk and overhead in the project administration
plan.

3. Explain the phases in a typical SDLC process briefly.

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Planning: The first stage of the SDLC is all about determining, what do clients
want. Project planning is an important component of the so ware delivery
lifecycle because it is here that the team estimates the cost and outlines the new
program's needs.
Gathering Requirements: Defining requirements is part of the planning process
to figure out what the application is supposed to perform and what it needs. The
development team examines the requirements while keeping the so ware's
design and code in mind.
Design: The following phase entails distilling all of the so ware project's
requirements, analysis, and design information. This phase is the culmination of
the previous two, such as customer feedback and requirement collecting. It is a
simulation of how a so ware application will work. Some particulars of this
phase are architecture, platform, security and user interface.
Development: This is where the code is really written. Writing code is the first
step in putting a design into action. Developers must adhere to the coding
requirements set forth by their bosses. Many other jobs are included in the
coding process. Many developers need to brush up on their abilities or
collaborate with others. It's vital to find and resolve problems and flaws. If any
changes or upgrades are needed, the developers can show the work to the
business analysts.
Testing: Before making an application available to users, it's vital to test it. The
testing team examines the system's overall functionality. This phase aids with
reducing the number of faults and issues seen by consumers. As a result, there is
a higher level of user satisfaction and a higher rate of utilisation.
Deployment: Once the product has been thoroughly tested and is ready for
deployment, it is made available to customers. The deployment's complexity is
determined by the project's size. Many businesses prefer to have the
deployment step automated.
Maintenance: The developed product is looked a er throughout this period.
The programme is updated on a regular basis to keep up with the changing user
end environment or technology. Users find flaws that were not discovered
during testing. These issues must be addressed, which may result in new
development cycles.

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4. Explain the types of SDLC models.

Following are the predominant models that come under SDLC:
Waterfall model: The waterfall model is a prominent so ware engineering and
product development approach that takes a linear, sequential approach to the
so ware development life cycle (SDLC). The waterfall approach emphasises a
logical step-by-step process. It was the first model in the so ware business to be
extensively adopted. It is divided into phases, with one phase's output becoming
the input for the next. Learn More.
Agile model: Agile approaches divide jobs into smaller iterations or sections and
avoid long-term planning entirely. The scope and requirements of the project
are defined at the start of the development phase. The number of iterations,
duration, and scope of each iteration are all clearly determined ahead of time. In
the Agile process model, each iteration is a small-time "frame" that lasts
anywhere from one to four weeks. Learn More.
Iterative model: One of the most straightforward so ware development life
cycle models is the iterative approach. There are several situations when the
initial or basic so ware requirements are well-defined, but the project's
complete scope or set of features is unclear. It primarily focuses on preliminary
growth and design, then gradually develops momentum as more complex and
needs are met until the final so ware is completely constructed. Learn More.
Spiral model: The spiral model is a risk management strategy that combines the
iterative development process model with parts of the Waterfall approach. The
spiral approach is preferred by so ware engineers for large, expensive, and
complex projects. Learn More.
V-model model: The V-model is an SDLC paradigm in which processes are
executed in a V-shape in a sequential manner. The Verification and Validation
model is another name for it. The waterfall model is extended by the V-Model.
Every phase of the development cycle has a testing phase that is directly linked
to it. Learn More.

5. What is SRS?

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A So ware Requirements Specification (SRS) is a document that explains what the

so ware will accomplish and how it will work. It is a formal report that serves as a
representation of so ware and allows customers to assess whether it (SRS) meets
their needs. It also outlines the functionality that the product must have in order to
meet the needs of all stakeholders. This report is created a er all requirements have
been solicited and analysed, and it serves as a foundation for so ware engineering
tasks.

6. What is a Feasibility Study?

As the name implies, a feasibility study is an analysis or measurement of a so ware
product in terms of how advantageous product development will be for the business
in terms of practicality. It determines whether the project is legally, technically, and
commercially feasible.

7. What is the testing phase in the SDLC model?

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One of the most important procedures in the So ware Development Lifecycle is

testing (SDLC). It enables businesses to do a thorough evaluation of so ware and
verify that their product meets the expectations of their customers. The testing
procedures' main purpose is to report, monitor, troubleshoot, and retest so ware
components until they meet the quality requirements established in the initial SRS.
During the testing phase, there are numerous forms of testing, including quality
assurance testing (QA), system integration testing (SIT), and user acceptability testing
(UAT).

8. Which SDLC model is best and Why?

According to the annual State of Agile report, Agile is the best SDLC methodology
and also one of the most widely utilised SDLC in the IT industry. Unlike other
predictive approaches, the adaptive agile methodology does not necessitate
comprehensive preparation. If a change is required, it can be made during the sprint.
It's ideal for projects that require a lot of customer involvement and projects that
have a constantly changing environment.

9. What are the advantages of the SDLC process?

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At the end of each stage, a formal review is established to provide for maximum
management oversight. SDLC aids in the creation of extensive system
documentation. This guarantees that system needs can be linked to specified
business goals. It generates a large number of intermediate products that may be
evaluated to see if they fit the user's requirements and adhere to industry standards.
These can be improved further if necessary, ensuring that the company receives
exactly what it requires.

10. What are the disadvantages of the SDLC process?

Before you begin, make sure you understand all of the details of the project. During
the development phase, there was a lot of paperwork. It is difficult to alter or change
due to a lack of flexibility. If the planning isn't done properly, the project will take
longer and cost more. When there are a lot of flaws in the code, fixing them can take
a long time and cause deadlines to be missed.

11. Explain HLD.

It refers to the general design of the system. It describes the application's overall
description and architecture. It includes a system architecture description, database
design, a brief overview of systems, services, platforms, and module relationships.
From the primary module to all submodules, it creates the overall architecture of the
system. Architects will provide the High-Level Design in order to begin the
development process. This is quite helpful for developers in comprehending the
system's flow.

12. Explain LLD.

LLD (Low-LevelLevel Design) is a term that refers to the process of detailing. It
provides a full description of each module, including actual logic for each system
component and a thorough examination of each module's specifications. Every
program undergoes logic design, which is subsequently recorded as program
specifications. A unit test plan is prepared for each so ware. The micro-level or
intricate design is another name for it. A er the High-Level Design, the Low-Level
Design is created.

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13. What is the use of JAD session?

JAD is a strategy for defining business system requirements that are commonly
utilised in the early phases of a systems development project. JAD's goal is to bring
MIS and end-users together in a structured workshop setting in order to extract
outcome system needs. It allows clients and developers to swi ly agree on a project's
fundamental scope, objectives, and specifications.

14. What is the So ware release process?

The So ware Development Life Cycle (SDLC) release phase is historically connected
with production, deployment, and post-production operations, which generally
include so ware maintenance and support. So, release management is the process
of managing, planning, scheduling, and controlling a full so ware development at
every stage and environment, including testing and releasing so ware releases.

15. What is FRS document?

This document captures the user's voice from the outside, or the end user's
perspective. A Business System Analyst creates it (BSA). This paper demonstrates
how a system will react when a user interacts with it in order to meet the BRD and
SRD standards. The key area of interest for so ware experts is the Functional
Requirement Specification (FRS). An FRS is useful for so ware testers to learn the
situations in which the product is intended to be tested, just as it is for developers to
understand what product they are planning to produce. An FRS's ultimate purpose is
to meet all of the requirements outlined in the SRS and BRS regulations.

16. Explain prototyping in SDLC process.

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Building so ware application prototypes that display the capabilities of the product
under development, but may not have the exact logic of the original so ware, is
referred to as so ware prototyping. It's built, tested, and revised until it's deemed
suitable as a prototype. It also serves as a foundation for the final system or
programme. It's best used in situations where the project's requirements aren't fully
understood. So ware prototyping is gaining popularity as a so ware development
strategy because it allows for an early understanding of customer requirements.

17. What are different types of prototype model?

There are four types of Prototyping models:
Rapid Throwaway prototypes.
Evolutionary prototype.
Incremental prototype.
Extreme prototype.

18. How can DDLC and SDLC work together?

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The DDLC (Documentation Development Life Cycle) is a so ware documentation

development life cycle used by technical documenters to prepare so ware
documentation. The life cycle is followed in tandem with the SDLC, as testers and
developers work on the programme at the same time. Because the documentation
requires input and feedback from the various phases of the SDLC, the DDLC has
stages that are comparable to the SDLC.

19. What is Level-0 DFD?

Context Diagram is another name for DFD Level 0. It's a high-level overview of the
entire system or process that's being studied or modelled. It's meant to be a quick
peek into the system, displaying it as a single high-level process with its connections
to external entities. Stakeholders, business analysts, data analysts, and developers
should all be able to understand it readily.

20. What is Capability Maturity Model?

The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) is a cross-discipline and technical paradigm for
facilitating and refining so ware development processes and system improvement.
This methodology is at the heart of most management systems that aim to improve
the quality of all product and service development and delivery.

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21. What are Capability Maturity Model(CMM) levels?

Following are the five Capability Maturity Model Levels:
Initial: The first step is to create an unstable process environment. The so ware
development process is considered haphazard and even chaotic at times. There
are few methods that have been specified, and success is based on individual
effort and heroism.
Repeatable: Work is planned and monitored, making it repeatable. To track
cost, schedule, and functionality, basic project management techniques are
implemented.
Defined: This level encompasses written and defined standards that evolve over
time and support consistent performance. The work is well defined at this point.
Managed: Extensive data on the so ware development process and product
quality are gathered. Both the so ware development process and the end
products are quantified and managed.
Optimized: Work is based on continuous improvement (optimization). The
focus on continuously improving process performance is a significant feature of
this level.

22. Briefly explain Scrum methodology in the Agile model.

Scrum is an agile development approach based on iterative and incremental
procedures that are used in the creation of so ware. It's an agile structure that's
adaptable, rapid, flexible, and excellent at delivering value to customers throughout
the project's development. Companies of all sizes employ the Agile Scrum technique
because of its ability to provide high-end cooperation and efficiency for project-
based work. Scrum is a sort of agile approach that breaks projects down into
manageable parts known as "sprints." The Agile Scrum methodology is ideal for
companies who need to complete projects fast.

23. What do you know about Scrum impediments?

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Obstacles or challenges that the scrum team faces slow down their work speed are
referred to as impediments. An obstacle is anything that tries to prevent the scrum
team from getting work "Done." Impediments can take many different forms. Some
of the roadblocks include resource shortages or sick team members, technical,
operational, and organisational issues, a lack of management support systems, and
business issues.

24. What do a So ware Project Manager's responsibilities

entail?
The So ware Project Manager is in charge of seeing the project through to
completion. The So ware Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that the entire
team follows a methodical and well-defined approach to so ware development.
They also handle project planning, tracking project status, resource management,
and risk management.

25. What is So ware Configuration Management, and how does

it work?
The process of tracking and regulating changes that occur during the so ware
development lifecycle is known as so ware configuration management. Any
modification made during the development of so ware must be tracked using a well-
defined and controlled process. Any modifications performed during so ware
development are regulated through a well-defined process, thanks to configuration
management. Revision control and the establishment of baselines are two SCM
procedures.

26. List Top SDLC tools.

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Jira: This so ware is intended to make workflow management easier for a wide
range of groups. Jira was created with the intention of being a simple system for
recording tasks and errors. However, it has since matured into a robust workflow
management solution.
Git is a distributed version management system that is open-source. Developers
aiming to examine changes and contributions to the overall code might
considerably benefit from a version control system or VCS. This so ware
customisation management tool is an important part of the SDLC.
Confluence: During this stage, Confluence is a wonderful tool for developing
product research docs and sharing design assets.
Asana: From daily activities to larger projects, Asana assists teams in
orchestrating their work. Teams are more confident, move faster, and
accomplish more with less when they use Asana, regardless of where they are
based.

27. What are the different environments related to

development while following SDLC?
Following environments is used while following SDLC:
Dev: A development environment is a workspace where developers may make
changes without damaging anything in a live environment. The development
environment is frequently referred to as a workspace for developers.
SIT/QA: System Integration Testing/ Quality Analysis: In a QA environment, you
test your update operation against data, hardware, and so ware that closely
resembles the production environment, and you allow intended users to test the
outcome.
UAT: User Acceptance Testing: User acceptance testing (UAT) environments, also
known as staging environments, let the application's primary users try out new
features before they're deployed into production.
PROD: The "Production" environment, sometimes known as "Live" is where real
customers/users interact with the so ware product.

28. What is the main aim of prototyping?

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It mainly offers a mini-model of the proposed system.

29. Differentiate between quality assurance and quality

control?
Quality Assurance ensures that the so ware delivered has the fewest possible
defects. Quality Control is the process of ensuring that a product's quality is
maintained over time.
Quality Assurance is handled by the project's testing team, whereas Quality
Control is handled by a dedicated support team that is accountable for the
product's quality even if it is in the maintenance phase of so ware engineering.

30. Briefly describe the RAD model.

The Rapid Application Development (RAD) paradigm is a so ware development
method that relies on prototyping rather than detailed design. It should be utilised
when a system that can be modularized in two to three months is required. It should
be employed if there is a large number of designers available for modelling and the
budget allows for their costs as well as the costs of automated code generation
technologies.

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