Object-oriented Methods (Object Technology Series) [Hardcover]

This is an approved and well used text book of Computer Science --Mohini Hersom

 Since the previous edition of this popular and comprehensive book was published, there have been massive changes in the field of object technology. This book has been fully revised and updated to reflect the newest technologies and methodologies, including extensive coverage of middleware, components, Java & UML. If you are a developer or manager needing to succeed with objects, this book will give you a full understanding of the key concepts, benefits and pitfalls - plus what technologies and tools are available and how to evaluate them. It offers invaluable insights into the philosophy and real-world practice of today' s leading object-oriented techniques and products.  Major features of this edition:  detailed chapter covering middleware and migration strategies  chapter describing best practice for analysis and design, with in-depth focus on architecture and patterns plus a concise presentation of the Catalysis method for component based development  revised coverage of requirements, featuring detailed description of the SOMA approach  coverage of Java, in addition to other object-oriented programming languages  Plus:

• significantly revised coverage of object-oriented databases to address new and increasingly mature products
• review of processes and project management including RUP and OPEN Process, and guidance on testing and UI design
• new appendices summarizing the UML notation and background survey of 50 object oriented methods
• self-test questions and model answers on accompanying web-site: www. trireme.com

Ian Graham

is an internationally recognised object technology and business process modelling consultant. He has over twenty years’ experience as an IT practitioner and industry consultant and is currently Principle Consultant with TriReme International Ltd. Ian is the author or editor of thirteen books and he is a regular contributor to journals. He is also a popular and experienced presenter who is regularly invited to speak at conferences around the world.

Object-Oriented Methods Third Edition Ian Graham

* The authoritative, language-independent single-source guide to object technology now 100% updated for the 21st century! * Extensive new coverage of middleware, components, Java, UML, and much more including the first concise explanation of Catalysis object modeling. * Theory, practice, applications, languages, analysis, design, databases, migration strategies, and much more.

By Ian Graham, internationally recognized authority on object technology, business modeling, and advanced computing.

This is the industry's most comprehensive, language-independent guide to the entire field of object technology. Fully updated to reflect the newest technologies and methodologies, it covers everything developers and managers need to succeed with objects: concepts, applications, O-O languages, UML-based analysis and design, middleware, databases, requirements engineering, development processes, and more. Ian Graham offers new insights into the philosophy and real-world practice of object technology, as well as a high-level review of today's leading O-O techniques and products: their status, and their prospects. He reviews today's leading project lifecycle models, including DSDM and RUP; shares techniques for avoiding object development pitfalls; and presents iterative approaches that can increase quality and reduce time to market. This brand-new edition includes extensive new coverage of Java and middleware; a systematic review of requirements engineering; thorough coverage of UML analysis and design; and the industry's first concise explanation of Catalysis object modeling.

Ian Graham is a widely published authority on advanced information technology with over 20 years experience as an IT practitioner and consultant. Currently Principal Consultant at TriReme International Ltd., he spent six years in senior management positions with the Swiss Bank Corporation and Chase Manhattan Bank. He is author or editor of ten books.