m+ plug-in
This m+ plugin enhances model-driven development with Astah by adding five key features, including auto code generation and diagram map visualization.
5 Powerful Functionalities m+ offers:
- Code Generation:
Generate source code for multiple programming languages. - Structural Diagram Creation:
Automatically create structural diagrams to visualize model structures. - Directed Graph Creation:
Generate directed graphs to clarify relationships between model elements. - Diagram Map Creation:
Output diagram maps to trace models and links intuitively. - Relationship Matrix Creation:
Export relationship matrices to Excel for detailed analysis. - Additional Document Creation:
Generate an additional document that explains structural elements through text and diagrams.
How to Install
1. Download the plug-in file from the developer’s page.
2. Drag the downloaded .jar file into an open instance of Astah. When prompted, confirm installation by clicking [Yes]. If a pop-up opens, restart Astah to complete the installation.
3. Installation is successful when the [m+] tab appears in the “Extra View” below the diagram editor.
If the “Extra View” is not visible, enable it via [View] – [Show/Hide Extra View].
Also, install Helper for m+ to simplify settings when using the plug-in.
Samples
For detailed instructions, refer to the Plug-in Author’s Website.
Below are some resources to help you learn more about m+:
- [Article] Diagram Map: tracing UML elements across diagrams
- UML specification diagrams in a single map generated by using m+ plug-in
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