Program, Software Development

Program
        A program is a set of instructions that are written in a programming language that tells a computer how to perform a specific task. It is a part of software that executes step-by-step commands to achieve a desired outcome. Programs can be simple, like a calculator app, or complex, like an operating system.
Examples: Web browsers, word processors, media players, games.

Types of Programs:
System Programs (e.g., operating systems, utilities)
Application Programs (e.g., MS Word, Photoshop)

Software Development

        Software Development is process for designing, coding, testing, and its maintaining software applications. It involves multiple stages, collectively known as the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Phases of Software Development:
  • Planning – Understanding requirements and setting goals.
  • Analysis – Defining system specifications.
  • Design – Creating architecture and user interface.
  • Coding (Programming) – Writing the actual code.
  • Testing – Identifying and fixing errors (bugs).
  • Deployment – Installing and launching the software.
  • Maintenance – Updating and improving the software over time.
Popular Programming Languages for Software Development:
  • Python
  • Java
  • C++
  • JavaScript
  • Swift (for iOS apps)

Software development is essential for creating digital solutions, from simple apps to complex business applications

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