Software design using: SADT

ABSTRACT

SADT TM, Structured Analysis and Design Technique, is a graphical language for describing systems. In this paper we indicate the role of SADT in software design. The graphical language provides a powerful design vocabulary in which a designer can concisely and unambiguously express his design. SADT is compatible with widely used contemporary design methodologies including Structured Design and the Jackson method.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  D. Software
  D.2 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
        D.2.10 Design**

            Nouns: SADT

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.2 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
      D.2.2 Design Tools and Techniques

General Terms:
Design, Languages