Barker’s Notation

Abstract

This chapter introduces Barker’s computer-aided software engineering (CASE) methodology, stressing its main points, summarizing its key strategies, and emphasizing the importance of aesthetic conventions. It will not go into unnecessary depth, in as much as the methodology is the foundation but not the main focus of this book. This chapter equips you with the basic knowledge you will need to feel comfortable using the various conceptual diagrams presented throughout the book. The first section lays out some basic definitions and an explanation of some of the key features of Barker’s notation.