Lately, I've seen a lot of discussion about the cost of Software Development. It is troubling to see how many pieces are being missed.

People equate Software Development with done/not done tasks like digging a foundation for a home...

Digging a foundation, you verify it is in the correct location and the correct dimensions. It is either done or not done. That is it.

People think Software Development is the same.... The application is built... The...