The Unified Modeling Language (UML) has gained acceptance as the de facto standard for modeling object software systems -- and, with this book, UML proves itself as an architectural description language, as well. Leading component developers John Cheesman and John Daniels show how to use UML 1.3 to specify and design any mid-to-large-size system utilizing server-side component technologies -- and, along the way, introduce powerful rules and guidelines for enhancing any component architecture. First and foremost, UML Components focuses on process: design processes for producing large-scale component-based systems that can be implemented through existing project management processes. Second, the book offers detailed, expert techniques for using UML 1.3 notation and diagrams to create component specifications that can support change, by allowing for easy substitution as new business problems and technical opportunities arise. The book includes detailed coverage of the Object Constraint Language, practical techniques for configuring and using UML tools, and a complete, start-to-finish case study.
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We wrote this book to help those of you who want to use UML to describe components built using technologies such as EJB and COM+. A technology-independent specification of a component is very useful in providing a more abstract view. UML, together with OCL, provides a mechanism for putting precision into the abstract specifications.
Other books provide an overview of UML, but this book explains specifically how to use UML to specify components. Most importantly, it also provides a simple step-by-step process for moving from requirements to component specifications.
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Developers using component technologies such as COM+ and Enterprise JavaBeans need to be able to define and express specifications for their components. They can do so using the Unified Modeling Language (UML), whether or not the components are being implemented internally using object technology. However, they also need a simple process that ensures specifications relate correctly to requirements.
Although originally conceived as a notation for object-oriented modeling, UML has great potential for component-based systems. UML Components applies UML to the world of component architecture, demonstrating how it can be used to specify components, their interactions, and their integration into cohesive systems. This book shows readers which elements of UML apply to server-side component-based development and how to use them most effectively. Following a simple step-by-step process, the authors walk through requirements definition, component identification, component interaction, component specification, and provisioning and assembly. Throughout, the focus is on the specification of the external characteristics of components and their inter-dependencies, rather than on internal implementation. Numerous UML diagrams illustrate component specifications, and a detailed case study demonstrates important concepts and techniques.
System architects, designers, programmers, and testers interested in leveraging the advantages of UML will find this a concise, practical, and insightful guide. The authors address the two great challenges of designing and constructing enterprise-scale component-based software: finding a process that can support the construction of large component systems, and making the best use of the wide range of notations and techniques found in the UML.
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Customer Reviews
The only shortcomings are a lack of discussion on packages, patterns, component dependancy matrix, version release managment in global organisations and FINALLY an example CCM (Corba component Model)/ Catalogue for the Designer and how this should be interpreted by the programmer. Why has it not gained more prominence or is it ahead of the 'Curve' sic hype ?
Overall a job well done but needs updating and I think that it will be welcomed by the whole industry.
Kevin O'Hanain - Business Systems Analyst -London & Dublin
If you found the Catalysis book oververtly complex (go on admit it) then this book should be next on your purchase list.
The only debate would be whether the use of Mgr suffix on interface types and how this applies to EJBs was discussed adequately.
Initially I was tempted to give this book four stars. However, as this book is pitched as being a "simple process" I think it lives up to its title and is an excellent introduction to CBD.
I hope people buy it and read it.
I've read the Catalysis book, which is overly complex for most people. And Paul Allen's book, which takes a higher level view, never getting down to the nitty-gritty detail required.
This book gives a step by step breakdown of how to do analysis and design for CBD targeting EJB and COM+. And does so, for the most part, realistically - given the nature of EJB and COM+.
Recommended above other books on the subject, although a reading of the Catalysis book, which is cited often in this book, would also be useful.
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