A Model-Driven Approach of User Interface for MVP Rich Internet Application

This paper presents an approach for the model-driven
generating of Rich Internet Application (RIA) focusing on the
graphical aspect. We used well known Model-Driven Engineering
(MDE) frameworks and technologies, such as Eclipse Modeling
Framework (EMF), Graphical Modeling Framework (GMF), Query
View Transformation (QVTo) and Acceleo to enable the design and
the code automatic generation of the RIA. During the development of
the approach, we focused on the graphical aspect of the application
in terms of interfaces while opting for the Model View Presenter
pattern that is designed for graphics interfaces. The paper describes
the process followed to define the approach, the supporting tool and
presents the results from a case study.

Authors:

• Sarra Roubi
• Mohammed Erramdani
• Samir Mbarki

Keywords:

• Code generation
• Design Pattern
• metamodel
• Model Driven Engineering
• MVP
• Rich Internet Application
• transformation
• User Interface.

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