An object-oriented approach to parameterized software in Ada

ABSTRACT

A parameterized software system is one that can be configured by selecting generalized models and providing specific parameter values to fit those models into a general design [Stark 1990]. This is in contrast to the top-down development approach where a system is designed first, and software is reused only when it fits into the design. The concept of parameterized software is particularly useful in a development environment such as the Goddard Space Flight Center Flight Dynamics Division (FDD), where successive systems have similar characteristics.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.2 Language Classifications

          Nouns: Ada

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.2 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
      D.2.9 Management
          Subjects: Software configuration management

  J. Computer Applications
  J.2 PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING
      Subjects: Aerospace
  J.7 COMPUTERS IN OTHER SYSTEMS
      Subjects: Military

  K. Computing Milieux
  K.6 MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
      K.6.3 Software Management
          Subjects: Software development

General Terms:
Algorithms, Design, Documentation, Languages, Management