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Incremental Model

The incremental model is a software development process where requirements are divided into standalone modules, with each module going through requirements, design, implementation, and testing phases before the next module is added, continuing until the complete system is achieved. It allows for quick delivery of basic functionality that can then be improved and expanded upon iteratively based on customer feedback.

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Incremental Model

The incremental model is a software development process where requirements are divided into standalone modules, with each module going through requirements, design, implementation, and testing phases before the next module is added, continuing until the complete system is achieved. It allows for quick delivery of basic functionality that can then be improved and expanded upon iteratively based on customer feedback.

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Incremental Model

Incremental Model is a process of software development where requirements divided into


multiple standalone modules of the software development cycle. In this model, each
module goes through the requirements, design, implementation and testing phases. Every
subsequent release of the module adds function to the previous release. The process
continues until the complete system achieved.

The various phases of incremental model are as


follows:
1. Requirement analysis: In the first phase of the incremental model, the product
analysis expertise identifies the requirements. And the system functional requirements are
understood by the requirement analysis team. To develop the software under the
incremental model, this phase performs a crucial role.

2. Design & Development: In this phase of the Incremental model of SDLC, the design
of the system functionality and the development method are finished with success. When
software develops new practicality, the incremental model uses style and development
phase.

3. Testing: In the incremental model, the testing phase checks the performance of each
existing function as well as additional functionality. In the testing phase, the various
methods are used to test the behavior of each task.
4. Implementation: Implementation phase enables the coding phase of the development
system. It involves the final coding that design in the designing and development phase
and tests the functionality in the testing phase. After completion of this phase, the number
of the product working is enhanced and upgraded up to the final system product

Example: Here is an example to help you understand the incremental approach. Assume
we are expected to deliver a word processor to the client by an impossible deadline. We
will consider incremental development for this project. As part of the software
development process, we have divided the software requirements into three specific
modules A, B, and C as shown below. Each module of a Software Product is
incrementally developed and delivered.

Accordingly, the first release (A) of the software contains file management, document
generation, and editing capabilities. With the next release (B), sophisticated editing tools
and advanced file creation functionality will be included. This further increment (C) will
provide features such as spell checking, grammar checking, mailing, etc.

As a result, the incremental model releases the project part by part. Initially, the system is
stripped down to a basic level (Increment A). The stripped-down version provides
customers with the opportunity to evaluate the increment and suggest improvements that
can be implemented in future increments.

When to use the Incremental model:

 This model can be used when the requirements of the complete system are
clearly defined and understood.
 Major requirements must be defined; however, some details can evolve with
time.
 There is a need to get a product to the market early.
 A new technology is being used
 Resources with needed skill set are not available
 There are some high risk features and goals.

Advantages of Incremental model:

 Generates working software quickly and early during the software life cycle.
 This model is more flexible – less costly to change scope and requirements.
 It is easier to test and debug during a smaller iteration.
 In this model customer can respond to each built.
 Lowers initial delivery cost.
 Easier to manage risk because risky pieces are identified and handled during
it’d iteration.

Disadvantages of Incremental model:

 Needs good planning and design.


 Needs a clear and complete definition of the whole system before it can be
broken down and built incrementally.
 Total cost is higher than waterfall.

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