A clear and concise guide to understanding software requirements.
Core Elements of Software Requirements 🎯
- Functional Requirements (✅)
Define what the system must do, e.g., user authentication, data processing. - Non-Functional Requirements (⚙️)
Specify performance, security, or usability criteria, e.g., response time ≤ 2s. - Constraints (⚠️)
Limitations like budget, timeline, or technology stack (e.g., React_Framework).
Common Types of Requirements 📝
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| User Story | "As a user, I want to [action] so that [benefit]." |
| Use Case | Scenarios describing system interactions with actors. |
| Business Rules | Policies governing workflows (e.g., Order_Processing). |
Best Practices ✅
- Prioritize requirements using MoSCoW method (Must-have, Should-have, Could-have).
- Validate with stakeholders before finalizing.
- Document requirements in a version-controlled repository.
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