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Software engineering
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  • 1. Software engineering is the systematic application of engineering approaches to the development, operation, and maintenance of software. It involves the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of software products and systems, taking into consideration factors such as efficiency, reliability, scalability, and maintainability. Software engineers use various tools, techniques, and methodologies to ensure that software projects are completed on time, within budget, and with high quality. The field of software engineering encompasses a wide range of activities, including requirements analysis, software design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Software engineers also need to collaborate with other team members, such as designers, product managers, and quality assurance testers, to ensure that software products meet the needs and expectations of users. Overall, software engineering plays a crucial role in shaping the digital world we live in today.

    What is software engineering?
A) A type of computer hardware.
B) A programming language.
C) A discipline that focuses on the systematic development and maintenance of software systems.
D) A mobile application.
  • 2. What is Agile software development methodology known for?
A) Waterfall model.
B) No need for testing.
C) Iterative and incremental development.
D) Random code changes.
  • 3. What is the purpose of unit testing in software engineering?
A) To test individual components or functions of a software system.
B) To test the entire software system as a whole.
C) To ensure all users are satisfied.
D) To test the hardware compatibility.
  • 4. Which of the following is a common software development lifecycle model?
A) RAD model
B) Agile model
C) Waterfall model
D) Spiral model
  • 5. What does CI/CD stand for in software development?
A) Complete Installation/Correct Deployment
B) Centralized Integration/Continuous Development
C) Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment
D) Custom Implementation/Complete Delivery
  • 6. Which software development model involves developing a working prototype before the final product?
A) Prototyping model
B) Waterfall model
C) Spiral model
D) V-Model
  • 7. What is a software bug?
A) An error, flaw, failure, or fault in a computer program or system that causes it to produce an incorrect or unexpected result.
B) A part of the software design phase.
C) A common industry term.
D) A feature enhancement.
  • 8. Which of the following is a performance testing technique in software engineering?
A) Integration testing
B) Unit testing
C) Acceptance testing
D) Load testing
  • 9. What does DRY stand for in software development?
A) Documentation Requirements Yield
B) Do Retain Yourself
C) Development Reuse Yield
D) Don't Repeat Yourself
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