Date of Award
1-1-1996
Document Type
Thesis
Publisher
Edith Cowan University
Degree Name
Master of Science
Faculty
Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering
First Supervisor
Dr Thomas O'Neill
Second Supervisor
Dr James Millar
Abstract
The affinity for reuse within the object-oriented paradigm may enable high levels of productivity; however, gains will become realisable only if a systems developer has access to tools which aid in the selection of classes. A method for object-oriented analysis and design is detailed and its process is assisted by an object-oriented search tool based on reference and corporate library technology. The search tool contributes to the determination of suitable existing inheritable classes and an explanation of its construction and use is included. A practical demonstration of the method, using the search tool, is elaborated. The thesis demonstrates that text retrieval techniques used in modern libraries may be successfully applied to determine suitable classes for the object-oriented paradigm.
Recommended Citation
Cross, R. H. (1996). A search tool to enhance the selection and utilisation of reusable software modules within the object-oriented paradigm. Edith Cowan University. Retrieved from https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/949