Agile Modeling with Domain-Specific Languages: Principles and Practices for Success
This presentation explores the integration of Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) in Agile modeling practices. It emphasizes essential Agile modeling principles such as simplicity, adaptability to change, and providing value. Key practices include collaborative modeling, the use of multiple models, and the importance of maintaining consistency and accuracy. The advantages of DSLs in enhancing agility and clarity in architectural models are discussed, highlighting both textual and graphical DSLs. The session aims to equip participants with the understanding needed to effectively utilize DSLs in Agile environments.
Agile Modeling with Domain-Specific Languages: Principles and Practices for Success
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Agile Modeling using DSLs MohammadMehdi Torkamani Architecture Consultant
Agile ModelingMajor Principles • as Simple as Possible • Multiple Models • Embrace Frequently Change • Content >> Presentation • Provide Positive Value • Fulfill their Purpose • Understandable • Sufficiently Consistent & Accurate & Detailed
Agile ModelingMajor Practices • Several Models • Model with Others • Collective Ownership • Display Models Publicly • Simple Models, Modeling, Tools • Modeling Standards • Use Patterns Gently • Discard Temporary Models • Update When Need
DSLsOntology & Benefits • Small & Expressive Language • Restricted to a Particular Domain • Focus on Some Aspects of Problem • Easy Understandable by Biz Experts • Textual DSLs & Graphical DSLs • External DSLs & Internal DSLs
Agile ModelingBy using DSLs… • Several Models • Model with Others • Collective Ownership • Display Models Publicly • Simple Models, Modeling, Tools • Modeling Standards • Use Patterns Gently • Discard Temporary Models • Update When Need
Agile Modeling with DSLsWhat we need… Architectural Models Architecture Meta Model Model Integrator Model Repository
Agile Modeling with DSLsModeling DSLs • UML is good but … • DSLs could help to get More Agility • Take parts that could help Not More! • DSL Technologies are Ready To Use • Good Solution = DSLs + Traditional Methods
Resources • John Hunt, “Agile Software Construction”, Springer-Verlag, 2006 • SQL Server Modeling at http://msdn.microsoft.com/data/ • DSL “DevCon” 2009 conference Videos at http://msdn.microsoft.com/data/dd861661.aspx • “Agile Modeling” web site at http://www.agilemodeling.com • “Martin Fowler” DSL blink at http://www.martinfowler.com/dslwip/
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