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NDUNG?U JEFFERSON MARIRA
NDUNG?U JEFFERSON MARIRA

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Comparison of System Development Methodologies

Here’s a comparative analysis of the five major System Development Methodologies based on Purpose, Target Applications, and Industry Practices, presented in a matrix format.

Methodology Purpose Target Applications Industry Practices
Waterfall Sequential model for clear project phases Large-scale, well-defined projects Government, construction, and manufacturing sectors
Agile Iterative development for flexibility Dynamic projects with changing requirements Software development, startups, and tech companies
Rapid Application Development (RAD) Fast prototyping and iteration Applications needing quick delivery Software startups, web applications, and consumer software
DevOps Continuous integration and delivery Continuous software development and deployment Tech companies focused on collaboration and automation
Extreme Programming (XP) Enhance software quality through practices Projects with high risk and frequent changes Agile software development environments

This matrix provides a concise overview, highlighting the unique characteristics of each methodology.

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