language (UML) A non-proprietary, third generation
modellinglanguage. The Unified Modeling Language is an open method
used to specify, visualise, construct and document the
under development. The UML represents a compilation of "best
engineering practices" which have proven successful in
modelling large, complex systems.
fusing them into a single, common and widely usable modelling
language. UML aims to be a standard modelling language which
called for information on object-oriented methodologies, that
might create a rigorous software modelling language. Many
industry leaders have responded in earnest to help create the
standard.
(2002-01-03)