System developers have used modeling languages for decadesto specify, visualize, construct, and document systems. TheUnified Modeling Language (UML) is one of those languages. UML makes it possible for team members to collaborate byproviding a common language that applies to a multitude ofdifferent systems. Essentially, it enables you tocommunicate solutions in a consistent, tool-supportedlanguage.

Today, UML has become the standard method for modelingsoftware systems, which means you're probably confrontingthis rich and expressive language more than ever before. And even though you may not write UML diagrams yourself,you'll still need to interpret diagrams written by others.

UML 2.0 in a Nutshell from O'Reilly feels your pain. It'sbeen crafted for professionals like you who must read,create, and understand system artifacts expressed using UML.Furthermore, it's been fully revised to cover version 2.0 ofthe language.

This comprehensive new edition not only provides aquick-reference to all UML 2.0 diagram types, it alsoexplains key concepts in a way that appeals to readersalready familiar with UML or object-oriented programmingconcepts.

Topics include: The role and value of UML in projects
The object-oriented paradigm and its relation to the UML
An integrated approach to UML diagrams
Class and Object, Use Case, Sequence, Collaboration,Statechart, Activity, Component, and Deployment Diagrams Extension Mechanisms
The Object Constraint Language (OCL)
If you're new to UML, a tutorial with realistic examples haseven been included to help you quickly familiarize yourselfwith the system.