UML, EA and quick delivery of product

[Eduardo]

This is the often asked question, re-stated:

Is there a non-trivial example how of using UML and the EA process gets to code quickly and delivers a product on time and well documented?

I now have an important C/S project for delivery in March 2004 (about 17 work - weeks) using a couple of developers that involves adding tables to an established database, to persist new settings for reports, a lot of reporting and some forecasting of trends.  Really, a new product but using the database of an existing product.

Thanks!

-Eduardo

[Tjerk]

Hi Eduardo,

It is important to note that EA is not a process! You can choose the well-known RUP process, but there are others.

I think it is also important to note that a process does not automatically mean that your product is on time and well documented. A choosen process does of coarse helps you structuring your project, but you will need (among others) commitment and good knowledge of such a process to increase the changes of successfull software development.

So to answer your question: no I believe you will not find a non-trivial example that fits your needs. However, in the UML Process forum on this site you will find more information on your questions, including some literature tips.

Greetings,
Tjerk

[Eduardo]

Thanks for your answer.

I am using a modified RUP with iterations and some aspects of XP.  So, the project does not look unmanageable, specially using EA and Delphi.

I guess what I am looking for is a more complete White Paper or Case study of how a project has been brought in.

-Eduardo