An attempt to set the framework of Model-Oriented Programming

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Nowadays, companies involved in the development of modern software face several difficulties. One of the most important ones is the continuous evolution of software platforms (C++, Java, DotNet, CORBA, EJB, Web services, XML, etc.). One interesting solution to this problem is the Model-Driven Architecture (MDA) approach from the OMG. It suggests that domain-specific knowledges should be encapsulated in platform-independent business models, apart from the applications. Beyond this answer is the failure of classical development techniques that rely on object-oriented design and programming. According to these remarks, we address another way to develop software: Model-Oriented Programming. It is based on the Domain-Driven Development track and introduces a macro-level on top of the classical programming entities. It intends to be used for the handling, reuse and evolution of the business know-how and its associated applications. This paper attempts to define a set of golden rules for setting up the framework of model-oriented programming and ensuring the success of its use. It gives also an overview of the implementation of those rules that we propose in our approach called SmartModels.

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également rapport de recherche I3S/RR--2005-25--FR

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