Application of CASE tools and object oriented programming to the software development process

Two technologies which hold excellent promise for improving software quality and productivity are discussed: computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools and object-oriented programming (OOP). It is demonstrated that CASE tools improve the quality of the design phase by mechanizing structured design methodologies. Even with a team of designers the tool insures that the logical data flows are consistent and complete. OOP, on the other hand, demonstrates the long-term productivity potential that is achieved with greater reusability, modularity, and extensibility. An additional level of productivity might be achieved by carrying the output of the CASE tool into an OOP program design.<
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