Real-Life MDA

Model Driven Architecture (MDA) is a new approach to the development of large and complex projects. Although it is based on many long-standing industry, such as the "proof of the pudding." Real-Life MDA is a companion of real estate companies using MDA that will furnish that proof. The authors' approach MDA projects to describing all aspects of the MDA's approach to the results and benefits. The case studies are preceded by a summary of lessons learned.

* Written for executives, analysts, architects, and engineers positioned to influence business-oriented software at the highest levels.

* Filled with concrete examples and analysses of how MDA is relevant for organizations of various sizes.

* Considers a range of uses for MDA from business process analysis to full-scale software modeling and development.

* Presents results for each case in tangible, measured benefits, including automatically generated code, defect reduction, improved visibility, and ROI.

Foreword
Preface

I. Introduction

II. Case Studies (this structure repeats for each of the six case studies)
A. Why the client is an MDA Approach and What They Hoped to Achieve
B. How MDA Was Used
1. Process and Tools
2. Actual Project Experience
3. (Optional) Organizational Development
C. Results and Benefits
D. Ongoing and Planned Use of MDA
E. Client Assessment of the MDA Experience

III. Summary and Conclusions
A. Common Factors in MDA Usage and Success
B. Who Is Likely To Benefit from MDA?
C. Selected Scenarios of MDA Uptake
D. Final Words

Glossary
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