STEPS IN PROTYPING

Espedillon, Marigold May L. BSECE 5-1

PROTOTYPING MODEL

The prototyping model requires that before carrying out the development of the actual software , a working prototype of the system should be built.

A prototype is a toy implementation of the system. A prototype usually turns out to be a very crude version of the actual system , possibly exhibiting limited functional capabilities , low reliability , and inefficient performance as compared to the actual software In many instances the client only has a general view of what is expected from the software product. In such a scenario where there is an absence of detailed information regarding the input to the system, the processing needs and the output requirements, the prototyping model may be employed.

Requirements gathering Quick design Refine requirements incorporating suggestion

Prototyping Model
Build prototype Prototype development

Evaluation Of prototype Acceptance By customer

Design
Implement Test

Iterative development

Maintain

STEPS OF PROTOTYPING MODEL

1. Requirements Gathering and Analysis:
A prototyping model begins with requirements analysis , and the requirements of the system are defined in detail

2. Quick Design:
When requirements are know , a preliminary design or quick design for the system is created .

3. Build Prototype :
Information gathering from quick design is modified to form a prototype . It represents a rough design of the required system.

4. Assessment or user evaluation:

Next , the proposed system is presented to the user for consideration as part of the development process.

5. Prototype Refinement:
Once the user evaluates the prototype, it is refined according to the requirements . When the user is satisfied with the developed prototype , a final system is developed based on the final prototype.

6. Engineer Product:
The final system is thoroughly evaluated and tested followed by routine maintenance on a continuing basis to prevent large-scale failures and to minimize downtime .

Advantages of Prototyping Model

Enabling early assessment and increasing user confidence. The developer gains experience and insight by developing a prototype Helps in reducing risks associated with the project.

 The prototyping model serves to clarify requirements , which are not clear There is a great involvement of users in software development

Disadvantages of Prototyping Model

If the user is not satisfied with the developed prototype, then a new prototype is developed The developer loses focus of the real purpose of prototype and compromises on the quality of the product

 Prototyping can lead to false expectations

The primary goal of prototyping is rapid development