Formal specification and design [E-Book] / L.M.G. Feijs & H.B.M. Jonkers.
Formal specification is a method for precisely modelling computer-based systems that combines concepts from software engineering and mathematical logic. In this book the authors describe algebraic and state-based specification techniques from the unified view of the Common Object-oriented Language f...
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| Personal Name(s): | Feijs, L. M. G., author |
| Jonkers, H. B. M., author | |
| Imprint: |
Cambridge :
Cambridge University Press,
1992
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| Physical Description: |
1 online resource (xvi, 335 pages) |
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englisch |
| ISBN: |
9780511569777 9780521434577 9780521435925 |
| Series Title: |
Cambridge tracts in theoretical computer science ;
35 |
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Formal specification is a method for precisely modelling computer-based systems that combines concepts from software engineering and mathematical logic. In this book the authors describe algebraic and state-based specification techniques from the unified view of the Common Object-oriented Language for Design, COLD, a wide-spectrum language in the tradition of VDM and Z. The kernel language is explained in detail, with many examples, including: set representation, a display device, an INGRES-like database system, and a line editor. Fundamental techniques such as initial algebra semantics, loose semantics, partial functions, hiding, sharing, predicate and dynamic logic, abstraction functions, representation of invariants and black-box correctness are also presented. More advanced ideas, for example Horn logic, and large systems are given in the final part. Appendices contain full details of the language's syntax and a specification library. Techniques for software development and design are emphasised throughout, so the book will be an excellent choice for courses in these areas. |