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Interface Design Importance

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Why must an interface specification be unambiguous during interface design?

So the database schema can be auto-generated

So the feasibility study can be completed faster

So a component can be used without other components having to know how it is implemented, enabling concurrent development

So the marketing team can understand the system

Correct Answer

So a component can be used without other components having to know how it is implemented, enabling concurrent development

Explanation

An unambiguous interface specification means a component can be used without other components having to know how it is implemented. Once interface specifications are agreed, components can be designed and developed concurrently.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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