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August 02, 2022

Top 5 Software Development Models in 2022



The software development industry has seen a lot of changes over the years, and to stay ahead of the curve, it is essential for developers to keep track of these changes. But how can you find out about these trends prevailing in the software development industry?



For example, in 2021, there was a shift from cloud computing to artificial intelligence (AI). It means that developers need to focus on AI-driven apps in 2022 if they want their business to survive in the post-pandemic era.

One way is by studying what other companies are doing to take their business to the next level. It will help you decide whether you want to follow suit or do something different altogether. Here are five models that are worth looking into if you are a software developer:

DevSecOps

So, what is DevSecOps? DevSecOps is a software development model that incorporates security into the entire software development lifecycle. DevSecOps automates and reduces the time it takes to conduct security testing, monitoring and compliance processes.

The benefits of DevSecOps include:

  • Automated testing: Automated tests help ensure repeatable results from one test run to another by reducing the chance of human error or bias entering into play during testing procedures.
  • Automated monitoring: Monitoring tools will alert you if any issues arise within your application so that they can be addressed immediately rather than becoming an issue later on when someone else notices them after discovering them accidentally through manual or automated testing methods.

Agile (News - Alert)

Agile is a software development methodology that was born out of the need to adapt to frequent changes. It is used by companies worldwide to build software and has helped many organizations succeed in the competitive tech industry.

Agile is a set of values, principles and practices that help teams deliver software on time. These methods are based on iterative development cycles where teams work on small portions at a time until a product is delivered.

Lean Development

Lean development is a software development methodology that eliminates waste and creates a smooth and continuous flow of work. The main principles of Lean Development are:

  • Eliminate waste: In Lean, you eliminate any unnecessary tasks that do not add value to the product. These include doing things in parallel instead of sequentially, performing activities manually when they could be automated, or writing code that never gets used in production.
  • Create a smooth and continuous flow of work: You create checkpoints to ensure quality control at regular intervals so your team can get feedback quickly. It also ensures an up-to-date version of your product is available at all times, making it easier for stakeholders to provide feedback or sign off on deliverables, saving time overall.
  • Identify bottlenecks: If there is an issue with your workflow — whether it is due to insufficient resources or inefficient processes—you can identify it early by monitoring metrics like lead time (the length between starting work on something until its completion).

Waterfall

The waterfall model is a sequential design methodology. It is also known as a sequential development process or sequential software development process. It means that during each phase of the project, you have to complete all tasks before moving on to the next one. The Waterfall model follows some steps, which are:

  • Planning - This step involves defining and analyzing requirements for the entire project, creating an initial scope document, drawing out a design and determining its associated risks.
  • Design - After planning is done, you can proceed with designing your application by creating documents that describe how it works and what it looks like visually. These include documentation of business processes involved in developing an application and technical specifications such as database design or user interface mockups.
  • Implementation - Once all designs are completed, they are implemented into code (using programming languages like Python or Java) until testing can start for developers to ensure quality standards have been met before launching into production environments where users can work directly from them without encountering any issues due lack thereof.

Low Code

Low code is a software development model that uses a visual programming language to build applications. Low code is the opposite of traditional high-code development, where developers write code in a text editor and then compile it into binaries. Low Code is a straightforward software development model that allows non-technical users to create applications by dragging and dropping components, connecting them together and setting properties or relationships between them.

Low code is a relatively easy and good option for non-technical users who want to get up and running quickly with minimal training or hand-holding from IT. With low code, they can also quickly make changes if they discover that their design is not meeting their needs (the ability to tinker with your own application allows you to have more control over your project). It is also useful for projects where there are few requirements in terms of functionality, but many small changes need to be made frequently.

DevSecOps Is The Future

DevSecOps is the future of software development and it is not a new concept. It is an adaptation of DevOps, which was developed as an operational model for software development and operations (DevOps). DevOps has been around since 2009, so its popularity has exploded in recent years.

In DevSecOps, security is integrated into all aspects of the development lifecycle—from the planning stage through testing and deployment—instead of being treated as a separate process or function after development has been completed. It ensures that developers are aware of potential vulnerabilities before writing code or deploying applications; this also helps them build secure apps from the beginning.

We are sure these software development models will keep evolving and developing with time, but it is essential to understand the current state of play. If you are looking to build your own app or website, now is a great time. Take your pick from one of these five software development models in 2022 and remember that each has its own pros and cons. You might find that some models are more suited to your needs than others, but at least you know what makes each option unique.



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