Visual programming: Tips and techniques - Using VisuAlage for Java

Abstract

Summary form only given, as follows. This talk provides an insight into a variety of approaches to using visual programming tools. The talk introduces techniques that assist in the production of well designed, visually programmed software systems. Visual programming tools are very powerful but offer many paths that allow for the production of software that is difficult to maintain and interpret. The techniques introduced in this talk provide a basic framework for reducing the possibilities for developers to "shoot themselves in the foot." IBM¿s VisualAge for Java is used as the basis for a variety of demonstrations showing these techniques in action.