Kurzbeschreibung
This volume provides the formal methods practitioner with a survey of the key software specification methods. Each technique is demonstrated using the same case study - an invoicing system - to enable the reader to compare and contrast easily. Among the techniques covered are: UML, Z, SAZ, B, JSD, OMT, VHDL, Estelle, SDL and LOTOS. Most specification courses tend to focus on one or two key techniques and to have a theoretical bias this book provides a basic overview of the main methods, and has a practical focus that allows the reader to apply their knowledge to real-life situations. It hopes to prove to be useful reading for all industrial and commercial practitioners who need to expand their knowledge of software specification methods.
Synopsis
This volume provides the formal methods practitioner with a survey of the key software specification methods. Each technique is demonstrated using the same case study - an invoicing system - to enable the reader to compare and contrast easily. Among the techniques covered are: UML, Z, SAZ, B, JSD, OMT, VHDL, Estelle, SDL and LOTOS. Most specification courses tend to focus on one or two key techniques and to have a theoretical bias this book provides a basic overview of the main methods, and has a practical focus that allows the reader to apply their knowledge to real-life situations. It hopes to prove to be useful reading for all industrial and commercial practitioners who need to expand their knowledge of software specification methods.
