An SPL Reference Model based on Domain Taxonomies & Standards

Abstract

Building reusable software is always a challenge, even when well-established approaches are applied. Software Product Line (SPL) development is one these approaches, which allows domain modeling be a way of dealing with common and variable aspects of reality. However, domain engineering itself can be complex, many times depending on the domain scope and/or its associated functionality. In this paper, our proposal to SPL development is structured as a leveled reference model built upon standardized semantic resources. This model and its associated process are exemplified through several cases from the field, drawing influencing factors subjectively assessed. Our experiences show that systematically enriching domain engineering may improve SPL development in the practice.