Programming & Software Development

What is Programming?

Programming is the process of writing instructions (code) that a computer can understand and execute using languages like Python, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

What is Software Development?

Software development is the complete process of building software including planning, designing, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Types of Software

• System Software (Windows, Linux)
• Application Software (Apps like WhatsApp)
• Web Applications (YouTube, Gmail)
• Mobile Applications (Android, iOS)

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

1. Requirement Analysis
2. Planning
3. Design
4. Development
5. Testing
6. Deployment
7. Maintenance

Skills Required

• Programming Languages
• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Databases
• Web Development
• Git & GitHub
• Problem Solving

Types of Developers

• Frontend Developer
• Backend Developer
• Full Stack Developer
• Mobile App Developer
• Game Developer
• AI/ML Engineer

Development Tools

• VS Code
• Git
• React
• Django
• MySQL

Why Learn This?

Programming and software development are highly in-demand skills that offer great career opportunities, high salaries, and the ability to build your own applications and startups.