Understanding and documenting the needs and specifications of the software application or system. This stage involves collecting information from stakeholders and end-users to define the scope of the project.

Creating a detailed plan for how the software will be structured and how its various components will interact. This stage may include architectural design, database design, and user interface design.

Writing the actual code to develop the software based on the design specifications. Programmers use programming languages and tools to create the functionalities and features of the software.

The software is rigorously tested to identify and fix any bugs, errors, or issues. Various testing methods, such as unit testing, integration testing, and system testing, are used to ensure the software functions correctly and meets the specified requirements.

Once the software has been thoroughly tested and deemed ready for use, it is deployed to production environments or made available to end-users.

After deployment, the software requires ongoing maintenance and support to address any future issues, add new features, and keep it up to date with changes in the environment or user requirements.