Architecture evolution impacts software development lifecycle in various ways:
1. Changes in architecture can lead to changes in requirements, design, and implementation of software. This can cause delays in the development process and require additional resources to address these changes.
2. New architectural patterns may require new tools or technologies that the development team may not be familiar with, leading to a steep learning curve and slowing down the development process.
3. Architecture evolution can increase the complexity of the system, making it difficult to maintain and modify the software. Software development teams may need to invest more time in testing and debugging the software, which can impact the overall development timeline.
4. The evolution of architecture can also impact the choice of development methodologies. Some software development methodologies may be better suited to handle changes in architecture than others.
5. As software architecture evolves, it can also impact the resource and budget allocations for software development projects. Organizations may need to invest more in training and development to ensure that their developers are well-equipped to handle the architectural changes.
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