Acceleration of software development is the process of increasing the speed at which software is developed, typically by improving the efficiency of the development process. It can involve introducing new technologies, tools and techniques, as well as improving existing ones. It is often used to reduce the amount of time it takes for software to be developed, tested, and deployed. There are several types of Acceleration of Software Development, including Automation, Continuous Integration/Delivery, DevOps, and Agile Methodologies. Automation involves the use of software and tools to automate processes such as testing and deployment. Continuous Integration/Delivery is a process of continuously building and delivering software, often using automation. DevOps is a culture and set of practices that promote collaboration, integration, and automation between software development and IT operations. Finally, Agile Methodologies are approaches to software development that focus on rapid delivery of working software through iterative cycles.