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Amateur vs professional development
publish date: 2026/05/27 11:54:1.856805 UTC
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Imagine a student writing a small tool for personal use versus a team building a system for a hospital. The expectations and responsibilities are very different.
Which statement best describes typical amateur software development?
Correct Answer
It often lacks documentation and engineering discipline.
Explanation
Amateur projects are usually created for personal use and may not include documentation, testing, or long‑term maintenance planning. Professional systems must meet higher standards.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition