Qualitative Analysis of User Preference with UML Interaction Diagrams
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چکیده
It is of key importance that all representations used in the software development process can be clearly understood by all who must use them. User preference is one area that may influence the effectiveness of the representations presented. Described in this paper is a study that was carried out to explore the relationship between user preference for UML sequence and collaboration diagrams. Analysis suggests sequence diagrams as being easier to follow and understand. It is hoped a further more formal study will provide more detail on reasons for preference for one of the diagram types.
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