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Developing a Modeling Tool Using Eclipse

Year: 2008

Type: book-chapter

Abstract: Tool development using an open source platform provides autonomy to users to change, use, and develop cost-effective software with freedom from licensing requirements. However, open source tool development poses a number of challenges, such as poor documentation and continuous evolution. In this paper, we present our experience of developing a modeling tool in an open source environment. We not only explain the functionality of the tool, but also list the pros and cons of developing in such an environment. The contribution of this paper lies in introducing readers to the modeling tool and draw attention to some of the challenges faced by open source tool developers.

Source: University of Groningen research database (University of Groningen / Centre for Information Technology)

Authors: Nick Kirtley, Ahmad Waqas Kamal, Paris Avgeriou

Institution: University of Groningen

Language: English

Topic: Open Source Software Innovations

Subfield: Computer Science Applications

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1513641614

FWCI: 7.566

Cites: 8

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10