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This book is not a complete and definitive reference to the UML, let alone OO analysis and design. There are a lot of words out there and a lot of worthwhile things to read. As I discuss the individual topics, I will talk about other books you should go to for more in-depth information on the ideas in the UML and on OOA&D in general.

Of course, your first step beyond this book should be the three amigos' books on the UML.

  • Grady Booch led the work on the user's guide (Booch, Rumbaugh, and Jacobson 1999). This tutorial book explores ways in which you can use the UML to carry out various design tasks.

  • Jim Rumbaugh led the effort on the reference manual (Rumbaugh, Jacobson, and Booch 1999). I often find this detailed reference ...

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