Comparative Analysis of Agile and Waterfall Methodologies in Software Development

Session

Computer Science and Communication Engineering

Description

This work presents a comparative analysis of Agile and Waterfall methodologies in software development, focusing on efficiency, cost, flexibility, risk management, client feedback, teamwork, and adaptability to project requirement changes. Utilizing existing software solutions and extensive literature, this study aims to provide actionable insights and conclusive results. It is crucial to note that methodology choice is not influenced by the programming language but rather by project complexity. To better understand how these methodologies impact project management, each will be briefly outlined. Agile emphasizes continuous collaboration with clients, adaptability to changing requirements, and frequent deliveries, allowing for rapid feedback. Conversely, Waterfall follows a linear model, where each development phase must be completed before the next begins, offering a more structured approach for projects with well-defined requirements, culminating in a single delivery. Findings indicate that Agile is more suited for dynamic environments, while Waterfall is preferable for well-defined projects. In recent years, Agile has gained significant traction, comprising approximately 70% of the software development market, while Waterfall and hybrid methodologies account for around 30%. This comparison aims to assist software engineers and project managers in selecting the most suitable methodology based on project requirements and constraints

Keywords:

Agile, Waterfall, Incremental development, Iterative approach, Linear model, Incremental development, Methodologies, Software engineering, Delivery timelines, Project complexity, Implementation strategies.

Proceedings Editor

Edmond Hajrizi

Location

UBT Kampus, Lipjan

Start Date

25-10-2024 9:00 AM

End Date

27-10-2024 6:00 PM

DOI

10.33107/ubt-ic.2024.413

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Comparative Analysis of Agile and Waterfall Methodologies in Software Development

UBT Kampus, Lipjan

This work presents a comparative analysis of Agile and Waterfall methodologies in software development, focusing on efficiency, cost, flexibility, risk management, client feedback, teamwork, and adaptability to project requirement changes. Utilizing existing software solutions and extensive literature, this study aims to provide actionable insights and conclusive results. It is crucial to note that methodology choice is not influenced by the programming language but rather by project complexity. To better understand how these methodologies impact project management, each will be briefly outlined. Agile emphasizes continuous collaboration with clients, adaptability to changing requirements, and frequent deliveries, allowing for rapid feedback. Conversely, Waterfall follows a linear model, where each development phase must be completed before the next begins, offering a more structured approach for projects with well-defined requirements, culminating in a single delivery. Findings indicate that Agile is more suited for dynamic environments, while Waterfall is preferable for well-defined projects. In recent years, Agile has gained significant traction, comprising approximately 70% of the software development market, while Waterfall and hybrid methodologies account for around 30%. This comparison aims to assist software engineers and project managers in selecting the most suitable methodology based on project requirements and constraints