Generating Aspect Code from Models

Synthesis of source code from models typically proceeds as a direct mapping from each modeling element to the generation of a set of intentionally equivalent source code statements. When a library of components is available, the model interpreter can leverage a larger granularity of reuse by generating configurations of the available components. However, it is difficult to synthesize certain properties described in a model (e.g., those related to Quality of Service) due to the closed nature of the components, as available during generation-time. An aspect-oriented solution can provide the ability to instrument components with features that are specified in the model. This paper presents an idea, and example, for generating AspectJ code from domain-specific models.