ANALYSIS AND FORMALIZATION OF CRITERIA FOR SELECTING A SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ECOSYSTEM

Modern software development requires careful selection of tools for creating a software product, and must consider criteria such as functionality, performance, scalability, and security.The purpose of this article is to investigate the criteria for selecting tools, platforms, and technologies that enable the transition from choosing limited infrastructure to selecting a comprehensive ecosystem for developing software products.The research methodology involves the examination of various tools and frameworks, particularly for web and mobile applications, such as React Native, Flutter, and Ionic, focusing on the characteristics that determine platform selection (performance, access to device features, development tool support, etc.).It is shown that the choice of infrastructure significantly impacts the success of projects, as technical limitations can lead to additional costs and reduced development efficiency.The scientific novelty of the research lies in the systematization of the criteria for selecting a software development ecosystem, which contributes to the effectiveness of creating software solutions capable of meeting the requirements of the developed product.For the first time, the rationale for choosing an ecosystem is proposed not only based on technological characteristics but also considering the needs of teams, their experience, and development costs.The practical significance of the research is that the developed recommendations allow professionals in the field of software engineering to optimize the selection of ecosystems for software development, taking into account the specifics of projects and requirements for the final product.The results can be used as a guideline for startups and companies engaged in mobile development to select the highest quality tools and platforms, as well as to effectively manage the development process while maximizing resource conservation.In summary, the selection of an ecosystem for software development is a complex process that takes into account technical, business, and user requirements, and the formalization of platform and tool selection criteria is crucial for ensuring development efficiency and achieving optimal results in projects.