Automatic model transformation on multi-platform system development with model driven architecture approach

Abstract

Several difficulties commonly arise during the software development process. Among them are the lengthy technical process of developing a system, the limited number and technical capabilities of human resources, the possibility of bugs and errors during the testing and implementation phase, dynamic and frequently changing user requirements, and the need for a system that supports multi-platforms. Rapid application development (RAD) is the software development life cycle (SDLC) that emphasizes the production of a prototype in a short amount of time (30-90 days). This study discovered that implementing a model-driven architecture (MDA) approach into the RAD method can accelerate the model design and prototyping stages. The goal is to accelerate the SDLC process. It took roughly five weeks to construct the system by applying all of the RAD stages. This time frame does not include iteration and the cutover procedure. During the prototype test, there were no errors with the create, read, update, and delete (CRUD) procedure. It was demonstrated that automatic transformation in MDA can shorten the RAD phases for designing the model and developing an early prototype, reduce code errors in standard processes like CRUD, and construct a system that supports multi-platform.

The consideration of semantic gap between design and code

“…MDA reviewed in papers [1,2,3,4]. In articles considered MDA methodology in detailed position from statement to levels transformation description.…”

Analysis Impact of Rapid Application Development Method on Development Cycle and User Satisfaction: A Case Study on Web-Based Registration Service

“…RAD emphasizes rapid development, even with small work teams [30]. Moreover, RAD applies an iterative approach in developing the system, and in the early stages of development, a working model of the system is formed to accommodate user needs [34]. The information system planning process usually takes at least 180 working days.…”