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INTERVIEW MANAGEMET
SYSTEM EXPERIMENT-5
To Perform UML Diagrams Using Argo
5.1 Introduction to UML
Unified Modelling Language (UML) is a standardized modelling language used in software engineering for
visualizing, specifying, constructing, and documenting the artifacts of a software system. It provides a
common language for developers, analysts, designers, and stakeholders to communicate and understand
system requirements, design decisions, and system behaviour.
Here's a brief introduction to some key concepts in UML:
1. Diagrams: UML offers several types of diagrams to represent different aspects of a system.
Some common types include:
 Class Diagram: Represents the structure of a system by showing the classes, their
attributes, methods, and relationships.
 Use Case Diagram: Depicts the functional requirements of a system by illustrating the
interactions between actors (users or external systems) and the system itself.
 Sequence Diagram: Shows how objects interact over time in a particular scenario or
use case.
 Activity Diagram: Represents workflows or business processes, showing the flow

of activities and decision points.
 State Diagram: Describes the various states that an object can have and how it transitions
between those states in response to events.
2. Elements: UML diagrams consist of various elements such as classes, interfaces, objects,
associations, dependencies, and more. Each element has specific symbols and notation to represent it
visually.
3. Relationships: UML allows you to depict relationships between elements. Some

common relationships include:
 Association: Represents a structural relationship between two or more classes, indicating

that objects of one class are connected to objects of another class.
 Generalization/Inheritance: Depicts an "is-a" relationship between classes, where one

class (subclass) inherits attributes and behaviour from another class (superclass).
 Dependency: Indicates that one element (e.g., a class) relies on another element (e.g.,
a class or interface) in some way, such as method invocation or parameter passing.
4. Behavioural Modelling: UML not only models the structure of a system but also its
behaviour. This includes capturing how objects interact with each other, the sequence of those
interactions, and the changes in the state of objects over time.
5. Tool Support: Various tools are available to create and manipulate UML diagrams, ranging from
simple drawing tools to sophisticated CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering) tools that
offer features like code generation, reverse engineering, and model validation.
Types of UML Diagram

1. Use Case Diagram
2. Class Diagram
3. Sequence Diagram
4. Collaboration Diagram
5. State Diagram
1.) Use Case Diagram

2. Class Diagram
3.) Sequence Diagram

4) Collaboration diagrams
5. State Diagram
5.2) INTRODUCE ARGO UML TOOL
Argo UML is an open-source UML modelling tool designed to support all standard UML
diagrams. It provides software designers and developers with a platform to create, visualize, and
analyse their software systems using UML notation. Here's an introduction to Argo UML:
1. Open Source: Argo UML is an open-source project, which means it's freely available to
download, use, modify, and distribute. This makes it accessible to a wide range of users,
including individual developers, small teams, and larger organizations.
2. Platform Independence: Argo UML is built using Java, making t. It can run on
various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, as long as Java is
installed.
3. Support for UML Standards: Argo UML supports all standard UML diagrams defined by
the Object Management Group (OMG), including Class Diagrams, Use Case Diagrams, Sequence
Diagrams, Activity Diagrams, State Diagrams, and more. This comprehensive support allows users
to model different aspects of their software systems effectively.
4. User-Friendly Interface: Argo UML features a user-friendly interface that allows users to
create and manipulate UML diagrams easily. It provides intuitive tools for adding elements, defining
relationships, and arranging components within diagrams. The interface aims to streamline the
modelling process and enhance productivity.
5. Extensibility: Argo UML supports extensions through modules and plugins, allowing users to
extend its functionality according to their specific needs. This extensibility enables the integration
of additional features, such as code generation, model validation, and support for domain-specific
languages.
6. Collaboration: Argo UML facilitates collaboration among team members by supporting

features like version control integration (e.g., Git), allowing multiple users to work on the same
models
concurrently. This promotes teamwork and enhances communication within development teams.
7. Documentation and Code Generation: Argo UML enables users to generate

documentation from their UML models, helping to keep project stakeholders informed about system
design and
requirements. Additionally, it supports code generation, allowing developers to generate source code
from UML diagrams, thus bridging the gap between design and implementation

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INTERVIEW MANAGEMET SYSTEM

 Activity Diagram: Represents workflows or business processes, showing the flow

3. Relationships: UML allows you to depict relationships between elements. Some

 Association: Represents a structural relationship between two or more classes, indicating

 Generalization/Inheritance: Depicts an "is-a" relationship between classes, where one

Types of UML Diagram

1.) Use Case Diagram

3.) Sequence Diagram

5.2) INTRODUCE ARGO UML TOOL

6. Collaboration: Argo UML facilitates collaboration among team members by supporting

7. Documentation and Code Generation: Argo UML enables users to generate

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