Altova UModel

Altova UModel, developed by Altova, Inc., is a versatile tool in the Development Tools category, particularly focusing on Web Development. The latest version, 2019, continues to build on the robust capabilities established in earlier versions, including 2019, 2018, and 2016.1. The program comes in a manageable file size of 56.4 MB and supports a wide range of operating systems: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11.

Altova UModel is designed to be the cornerstone for successful software development. It allows users to create software models and SQL database designs through the power of UML, while supporting all 14 UML 2 diagram types. The application facilitates the generation of Java, C#, or Visual Basic .NET code, and SQL scripts from UML models. Moreover, it offers features to reverse engineer existing programs and databases into clear, accurate UML diagrams. This functionality enables users to visually analyze and update legacy software efficiently.

The 2019 version of Altova UModel supports Model Driven Architecture with platform-independent UML models and provides for transformations between C#, Java, VB.NET source code, databases, and XSD. It also supports SysML and business process (BPMN) modeling, making it a versatile tool for a wide range of development tasks.

Users can take advantage of Altova UModel's team collaboration features, which include editable sibling or nested sub-projects and the ability to generate customized project documentation in HTML, Word, RTF, and PDF formats. Integration with popular IDEs like Visual Studio and Eclipse ensures that UML diagrams are automatically synchronized as source code is edited. The program also integrates seamlessly with most popular source-code control systems.

A standout feature of Altova UModel is its extensive API and scripting language editor, which allows for the automation of UModel functionality to create custom menus or plug-ins. The program supports the XMI interchange specification, enabling users to open and edit models created in more cumbersome or expensive UML tools. Furthermore, context-sensitive entry helpers, syntax coloring, cascading styles, multiple layout views, and diagram layers contribute to its user-friendly nature.

Pros:

• Comprehensive UML, SysML, and BPMN modeling support
• Integration with Visual Studio and Eclipse
• Wide OS compatibility and support for older versions
• Extensive automation and customization options
• Seamless integration with source-code control systems

Cons:

• The learning curve might be steep for beginners
• Advanced features might overwhelm less experienced users

You can download Altova UModel 2019 for free for evaluation purposes, making it accessible for new users to explore its capabilities. This free option provides a great opportunity to experience the power and features of Altova UModel before making a purchase.

You may want to check out more software, such as Altova MissionKit Professional Edition, Altova AltovaXML® Reporting Edition or Altova StyleVision Professional Edition, which might be related to Altova UModel.