Advanced classes in UML
Advanced classes in UML Suryateja Pericherla 6-8 minutes If you are familiar with the basics of a class and its representation, you can continue reading this article. Otherwise, first read the basics about classes in UML . Introduction The fundamental building block in a object-oriented system is an object or class. However, in UML, class is not the only general building block. It is only one of the general building blocks in UML, called as classifiers. A classifier is a mechanism which describes structural and behavioral features in a system. Other classifiers in UML are: interfaces, datatypes, signals, components, nodes, use cases and subsystems. Classifiers A classifier is a mechanism which describes structural and behavioral features. Class is the frequently used classifier. Every classifier represents structural aspects in terms of properties and behavioral aspects in terms of operations. Beyond these basic features, there are several advanced features lik...