An HCI Pattern Language Management Tool

Abstract

One of the major problems faced by all pattern language builders, is how to manage their languages. In this e-search work, an HCI pattern language management tool (HCI PLMT) was developed based on the ontological-approach we proposed in the work of Badr (2005). The HCI PLMT is an automated tool that manages the searching and browsing of patterns existing within the HCI pattern language that we also proposed in the work of Badr (2005). The PLMT manages the addition of new user interface design patterns to the language and their connection to the existing patterns. It also supports the modification of patterns and/or links existing within the pattern language, as well as the addition of new links between existing entries within the HCI pattern language. The HCI PLMT is evaluated to prove its validity and acceptance