>I am reposting this because based on the responses so far, I'm not sure I clearly
>articulated my needs.
>
>I am doing some research on the software development process. Specifically, I'm looking
>for information on the processes involved in the design, construction, testing and delivery
>of software systems. In other words, when you're sitting at your desk working, what's involved?
>This is all about pratical application, not theory.
>
>Let me clarify the questions a bit:
>
>
>1) What type of organization do you work in?

a mortgage company.


>
>2) What is your role?

SQL/ORACLE DBA
And VFP Programmer until we find another one.


>
>3) What level of experience do you have?

12 yr programming and ~1 year of DBA.

>
>4) Describe the software development process where you work. Specifically,
>what do you typically do in the course of your work?

Daily backup role SQL tuning and PL/SQL/Triggers.


>5) What products do you use in the normal course of your work?

iSQLPlus
Enterprise Manager
VFP.


>6) If you could improve on this process, what would you change?

Nothing. I like working at my pace.


>7) What parts of the process work well?

No overbearing boss to give me grief is good.