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Software Visualization Based KBS validation
Techreport ID: kmi-95-08
Date: 1995
Author(s): John Domingue
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The validation of a Knowledge Based System (KBS) involves comparisons between an external reference model and a system's component parts. In this paper I describe how such comparisons can be aided by the application of software visualization technology. Software visualization is the use of filmcraft, cartoon animation and graphic design techniques to display data structures, programs, and algorithms. The described approach eases the task of mapping between the comparates by the use of dynamic code, problem solving architecture, and domain oriented visualizations of KBS execution.

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To be presented at: EUROVAV-95 European Symposium on Validation and Verification of Knowledge-based Systems 26-27-28 June 1995 St Baldoph-Chambery, France
 
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