Discuss how the relational database application life cycle is used to support the database design process.

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:

Research the relational application life cycle online. Complete the following:

Discuss how the relational database application life cycle is used to support the database design process.
Discuss how the life cycle is used to support the resulting database management system environment.
Explain the purpose of the life cycle.
List each step of the life cycle.

Please make sure to cove all of the discussion points.