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What professional software development involves
publish date: 2026/05/27 12:13:33.247095 UTC
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Professional software is built for organizations, customers, or the public. It must be reliable, maintainable, documented, and able to evolve over time. Unlike personal scripts or hobby projects, professional systems often support critical business operations.
Which statement best describes professional software development?
Correct Answer
Software developed for use by others, usually by teams, with documentation and long-term maintenance.
Explanation
Professional software is built collaboratively, documented thoroughly, and maintained over its lifetime. It must meet organizational standards and support long-term use, unlike personal or experimental code.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition