Design pattern modelling and instantiation using DPML

ABSTRACT

We describe the Design Pattern Modelling Language, a notation supporting the specification of design pattern solutions and their instantiation into UML design models. DPML provides a set of modelling constructs allowing design pattern solutions to be modelled and reused. A corresponding notation links design pattern solution elements to UML model elements, verifying fulfilment of the design pattern in the UML model. A prototype tool is described, together with an evaluation of the language and tool..

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Index Terms

• Software and its engineering

  • Software creation and management

    • Software development techniques

      • Software prototyping

    • Software post-development issues

      • Software evolution

  • Software notations and tools

    • General programming languages

      • Language types