A Review on Software Development and Project Estimation Process

Abstract

Software Development is a term to enclose the processes of software engineering combined with the research and targets of software marketing to develop computer software products. As the development of software increases it required to estimate the projects. Estimation of the various resources is required, which is required for the conclusion of any project. Cost estimation is the important part of every type projects management and control. The Accurate cost estimation helps us complete the project within time and budget. One of the greatest challenges for a project leader is to successfully deliver on all aspects of a project both according to the client’s specifications and within the allotted budget. Accurate cost estimation helps to complete project within time and budget. In this paper we describe the development of the software according to last three decades and Software Development Priorities after that we studied about the software estimation process, its needs, its development and the steps required for the estimation of the software.