Define 7 Steps in Program Development 1. Define the problem - All the factors like Input/output, processing requirement, memory requirements, error handling, interfacing with other programs have to be taken into consideration in this stage. 2. Outline the source - breaking down the problem into smaller steps to establish a solution outline. The solution outline may include a hierarchy or structure chart. 3. Develop the outline into an algorithm - a set of precise steps that describes exactly the tasks to be performed and the order in which they are carried out. 4. Test the algorithm - to identify major logic error early, so that they may be easily corrected. 5. Code the algorithm - start to code the program into your chosen programming language. 6. Run the program on the computer - this step is used test for syntax errors and logic errors and may take multiple attempts for error to be reduced to a minimum. 7. Document and maintain the problem - documentation includes both external documentation and internal documentations. Program maintenance refers to changes that may need to be made to a program throughout its life.
