The conjectured conceptual model integrates elements representing (at a high abstraction level) the central concepts, properties, and concerns regarding the TD understanding and management.
Such a model may support discussions and investigations regarding TD’s understanding and management because it captures knowledge derived from the technical literature on this research field. This model consolidates conceptual elements and their relationships with TD. Therefore, its practical use may represent a contribution to SE academy and software organizations.
For what purpose can this model be used?
- Sharing and evolution of TD knowledge: researchers may use the information organized in the model as a body of knowledge to promote future research towards the understanding of TD and its management; and
- Software engineers may also use the model information to identify the concerns when structuring actions and choose technologies to support TDM in their software projects.
- See examples in Usage Scenarios page.
These model reveals opportunities regarding its validation.