Phase 2: Requirements

Time: ~30 minutes | Goal: Define exactly what we're building

Why This Phase?

The biggest mistake in software: jumping straight to code. Professional developers spend time understanding what they're building before how to build it.

What You'll Cover

• Why requirements come first
• Business requirements (the problem and users)
• Functional requirements (user stories)
• Technical requirements (technology decisions)
• Non-functional requirements (quality attributes)

By the End

You'll have:

• A clear problem statement
• User stories for your features
• Acceptance criteria you can test against
• Technical decisions documented

Steps

1. Why Requirements First
2. Business Requirements
3. Functional Requirements
4. Technical Requirements
5. Non-Functional Requirements
6. 📝 Requirements Worksheet

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