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FOSD metamodels

Okay kiddo, did you know that when people create computer programs, they often use something called a “metamodel”? A metamodel is like a blueprint or a map that shows how all the different parts of a program fit together.

But what is FOSD, you ask? FOSD stands for “Foundations of Software Design”. It’s a fancy way of saying that people have come up with some basic rules and principles to help them design good software. And one of the things that FOSD recommends is using special metamodels that are designed to help people organize and understand complex software systems.

These metamodels can be thought of like a big puzzle or a game of Legos. Each piece fits together in a certain way, and when all the pieces are assembled, you have a complete picture of how the program works. This is important because when people work on large software projects, it can be really hard to keep track of everything. Metamodels make it easier to manage all the different parts of the program, and to make sure that everything works together correctly.

So there you have it, kiddo. FOSD metamodels are like blueprints or maps that help people design and organize software programs. They are a way of making sure that everything fits together correctly and that the program works the way it’s supposed to.