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Understanding the UML model hierarchy and Project Explorer view

A Unified Modeling Language (UML) model is a collection of UML elements, diagrams, and data, such as relationships and requirements information, that describe a real-world system. A software architect uses UML to build models that describe the quantifiable characteristics of a system such as the system's structure, behavior, constraints, and dependencies. The building blocks of a UML model are called model elements. Model elements are the data representation of a real world object, actor, or system.
This tutorial is intended for users with little or no experience with the IBM® Rational® modeling tools.

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Learning objectives

This tutorial describes the differences between a UML model and a UML diagram and shows you how to do the following things:
  • Create a UML model
  • Create a UML diagram
  • Create model elements by using the Project Explorer view
  • Using the Custom view to filter and show content
  • Use working sets to declutter the Project Explorer
  • Navigate in the Project Explorer view

Time required

9 minutes
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