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The Waterfall Model was a straw man argument from the beginning (2015)

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This article discusses how the Waterfall Model of software development was historically misrepresented and misunderstood. The author contends that the original model did include feedback loops and wasn't strictly linear as commonly believed. The article provides insights into how the Waterfall Model was meant for hardware and benefits from iteration.

  • Waterfall Model isn't strictly linear.
  • Original model included feedback.
  • Misrepresented in Dr. Royce's paper.
  • Intended for hardware projects.
  • Can benefit from iteration.