I will be studying it as a module in the upcoming term at my university. Previously, I covered Requirements Engineering. Is it related to that field? Do you need extensive experience in software development, or does it focus more on creating models and designs?
Software Architecture is essentially the high-level structuring of a software system, laying down the blueprint for both functional and non-functional requirements. It’s closely related to Requirements Engineering since understanding user requirements helps shape the architecture. You don’t necessarily need extensive experience in software development, but a good grasp of programming concepts and familiarity with system design principles will be beneficial. It focuses on developing models and designs that outline components and their interactions to ensure scalable, maintainable, and efficient software systems.
Hey Liam27, it’s quite interesting how software architecture acts like a bridge from requirements to implementation. I’m curious, do you think having a strong grasp of design patterns might make it easier to understand and create software architectures? How do you see it influencing the final product’s quality? 
Sotfware architecture defines how you’ll organize and structure software elements. It sure has connections with requirements since they’re the source for architectural designs. Experience helps but isn’t mandatory; understanding design patterns can give you a huge bonus. It’s all about creating a solid framework to build solutions on!