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Software design modeling notation

The Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a general-purpose, object-oriented, visual modeling language that provides a way to visualize the architecture and design of a system, similar to the function of a blueprint. UML defines notation for 14 types of diagrams which focus on aspects such as behavior, interaction, and structure. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Unified Modeling LanguageA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Generative AI in the Software Modeling Classroom: An Experience Report With ChatGPT and Unified Modeling LanguageInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Modelling Enterprise ArchitecturesThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Modeling software architectures in the Unified Modeling LanguageCited 233 times
  5. Go sideways: Ivar JacobsonA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Object-oriented modelingA closely related topic

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