Systematizing modeler experience (MX) in model-driven engineering success stories-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Systematizing modeler experience (MX) in model-driven engineering success stories

Published:2024-07-11 Issue:4 Volume:23 Page:821-832
ISSN:1619-1366
Container-title:Software and Systems Modeling
language:en
Short-container-title:Softw Syst Model

Author:

Kalantari Reyhaneh,Oertel Julian,Exelmans Joeri,Rukmono Satrio Adi,Amaral Vasco,Tichy Matthias,Juhnke Katharina,Steghöfer Jan-Philipp,Abrahão Silvia

Abstract

AbstractModeling is often associated with complex and heavy tooling, leading to a negative perception among practitioners. However, alternative paradigms, such as everything-as-code or low-code, are gaining acceptance due to their perceived ease of use. This paper explores the dichotomy between these perceptions through the lens of “modeler experience” (MX). MX includes factors such as user experience, motivation, integration, collaboration and versioning, and language complexity. We examine the relationships between these factors and their impact on different modeling usage scenarios. Our findings highlight the importance of considering MX when understanding how developers interact with modeling tools and the complexities of modeling and associated tooling.

Funder

Universitat Politècnica de València

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Link

https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10270-024-01194-w.pdf

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