Model driven development: a WES Lecture

Model-driven development provides the technology necessary to automate the creation of software using best practice patterns and models. For many years, it has been seen as a necessary development for the IT industry to speed up the development of complex systems, but early attempts achieved mixed success. In the meantime IT systems have become more complex and there is a shortage of skilled software engineers. This presentation looks at why early attempts were not successful and how the development of industry standards, both in approach and technology have created an environment where model-driven development is coming into its own.

Mandy Chessell, FREng CEng FBCS has worked for IBM since 1987. She is an IBM Distinguished Engineer, Master Inventor and member of the IBM Academy of Technology. Currently, she is the lead architect for Master Data Management Solutions in IBM's Software Group. In earlier roles she developed new features for the CICS, Encina, TxSeries, Component Broker and WebSphere products. She has filed 40 patents, 15 of which have been granted so far. In addition to her technical responsibilities, Mandy is involved in initiatives designed to enhance the technical vitality of the IBM technical population. These activities include mentoring, serving on technical career development and promotion boards, leading innovation projects and running Women in Technology events. Outside of IBM, Mandy is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and a visiting professor at the University of Sheffield, UK.