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Software Development LifeCycle Templates for Design Phase

The fifth phase in the Software Development LifeCycle is the Design Phase. We have now finished technical documents for the Initiation, Software Concept Development, Planning and Requirements phases. Next, we will write documents to capture how to design the database, system and the interface.

Software Development LifeCycle Templates for Requirements Phase

The fourth phase in the Software Development LifeCycle is the Requirements Phase. We have now finished the documents for the Initiation, Software Concept Development and Planning phases. Next, we write the technical documents to capture user requirements, business requirements and functional specifications.

Peer Review for System Requirements Specifications

A few weeks ago, we looked at Peer Reviews for Software Development LifeCycle projects. This week, we’re going to look at what you need to include when doing Peer Review for System Requirements Specifications. Reviewing System Requirements Specifications You can use the same free template we shared last time – email me if you don’t […]

40 Ways To Cost Your Next Software Technical Documentation

How much does it cost to write a user guide? One way to estimate the price is to ask your customer about the software project and gather the technical and user requirements. Once you have this, you can determine how long the project will take, what resources are required and who needs to be involved […]

Lessons Learned Template for Software Development Projects

Ever notice that you keep making the same mistakes in your Software Development projects? One way to improve the development process is to created a Lessons Learned Template, preferably in Microsoft Word, and use this to share the lessons you learned during the Software Development LifeCycle. Why Capture Lessons Learned? You learn from your mistakes, […]

9 Ways to Create Software Deployment Plans

Why do you need a Deployment Plan? The deployment process involves several inter-locking activities which can occur at the client or developers site or sometimes both. As every software system is different, you need to create technical documents that capture the processes and procedures within each activity as carefully as possible. You can use free […]

11 Ways To Improve Peer Reviews

At the end of each phase of the Software Development LifeCycle, we arrange a peer review. You can use this free peer review template to get started and ensure that your team benefits for having their code, documents and deliverables checked by more experienced developers, writers and testers. Peer Reviews Format & Guidelines If you […]

Document Control Procedure Template – Defining Roles & Responsibilities

If you’re looking for a free template to capture your Document Control Procedures, then use these guidelines to get started. You can use this format to capture different aspects of the document control procedure in the Software Development LifeCycle. Introduction Identify the team responsible for improve the quality of documentation delivered by developers, testers, consultants, […]

Product Description Template

If you’re looking for ways to document your Deliverable Product Description, then you can use this template. This document is used during the Software Development LifeCycle when you need to define the requirements for each deliverable. This free template helps you define the scope of work for this part of the development process and ties in with other technical documents.