We wrap up the week with where we left off with Sequence Diagrams and a look into more advanced elements. Today we will concentrate on the use of Gates in Sequence Diagrams. Gates The previous post illustrated how to reference another sequence diagram via sending across data through parameters and also return values. Yet, there’s another way to send across data between two sequence diagrams. Gates could be regarded as being a simple way to [...]

We just upped the ante on sharing diagrams on the web and we are completely psyched about it. We think we’ve gotten the perfect blend of functionality for you to be sharing and collaborating on diagrams. Okay, before we go on, here’s what the embedded player looks like. Yes that IS the player. Mouse over to see the toolbar. So why do we think its awesome? Blends in with your pages It looks JUST like [...]

A few posts back, we illustrated a few tips on how text can be used visually for better clarity and readability. In this post, which uses a presentation done by Enrique Garcia Cota as a foundation, we turn our attention to diagramming shapes and how they can be utilized better. Just like in the last post, we’ve identified 5 tips that can help you draw diagrams more effectively. In order to make it more relevant and [...]

We basically looked into and covered the basics of sequence diagrams last week. This should be enough information when it comes to modeling most of the interactions that will take place in a common system. At this juncture, the natural route to take would be to look into more deeper aspects of sequence diagrams. What we will be looking at would be to cover more advanced notation elements that can be used in such diagrams. [...]

A few posts back, we spoke of how Lines should be used for better readability, aesthetic appeal and clarity. In this post, which borrows a few ideas from the excellent presentation done by Enrique Garcia Cota, we focus on on of the most understated elements used in diagramming – Text. When it comes to the use of text in diagrams, we’ve identified 5 general rules that you should stick to when drawing diagrams. To make it more relevant and easier [...]