On Software Philosophy

Topics falling under this section will discuss the different approaches (philosophies) that exists or arise when constructing software. Examples of topics are:

• New methodologies for software construction.
  
• Traditional/heavy-weight methodologies/processes (e.g. waterfall/cascade, Unified Process etc.) versus agile methodologies/processes (Lean, SCRUM, XP etc.).
• Discussions on programming paradigms: Structured, Object-oriented, Functional etc.
  
• Pros and cons of top-down versus bottom-up approaches in different scenarios.
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