specification-driven development
[/ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ˈdrɪvən dɪˈveləpmənt/]
noun
desenvolvimento orientado por especificação
1. A software development methodology where detailed specifications are written before or during coding, serving as the primary driver for design decisions and implementation
The team adopted specification-driven development to ensure all requirements were met before writing any code.
O time adotou desenvolvimento orientado por especificação para garantir que todos os requisitos fossem atendidos antes de escrever qualquer código.
2. An approach that emphasizes creating comprehensive formal specifications that guide and validate the development process
Specification-driven development can reduce bugs by clarifying requirements upfront.
O desenvolvimento orientado por especificação pode reduzir erros ao clarificar os requisitos antecipadamente.
This term is prominently used in formal software engineering contexts, particularly in enterprise, defense, and critical systems development in both Brazil and the USA. It contrasts with the more popular agile methodologies but remains important in regulated industries and large-scale projects requiring extensive documentation.
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