What are the types of Software Requirements
In software engineering, _____ describe what a software system should do and the constraints under which it must operate.
requirements
Without clear requirements, projects risk _____, _____, ____
delays, cost overruns, or even failure.
Define what the system should do (services, tasks, function)
Functional Requirements
Focus on behavior of the system when certain inputs are provided
Functional requiremetns
Usually expressed as use cases or user stories
Functional requirements
Define how the system performs its functions.
Non-functional
Related to quality attributes, constraints, and performance
Non-functional requirements
Requirements that come from the domain of the application, influenved by industry standards or legal rules
Domain Requirements
What are the characteristics of Good Software requirements
____– reflects actual needs
Correct
_____ – includes all necessary details.
Complete
____ – no conflicts with other requirements.
Consistent
____ – only one clear interpretation.
Unambiguous
____ – can be tested or measured.
Verifiable
____ – can be implemented within time and budget.
Feasible
____ – importance is ranked for development.
Prioritized
What is the importance of Software Requirements?
____ → Developers know what to build.
Guide Development
_____ → Testers use requirements to verify functionality.
Guide Testing
_____ → Ensures clients, users, and developers have the same expectations.
Align Stakeholders
_____ → Early detection of issues is cheaper than fixing them later.
Reduce Costs
Software requirements act like a ______ for developers.
blueprint
Without them, programmers would have to guess what features or functions to implement, which could result in missing features, unnecessary functions, or wrong designs
Blueprint