Software reconfiguration patterns for dynamic evolution of software architectures

TLDR

A software reconfiguration pattern updates component configurations while the system runs, defining how components cooperate to change the configuration. The paper proposes an approach for designing software reconfiguration patterns. The approach includes using reconfiguration patterns in reconfigurable software product line architectures and a change‑management model for dynamic evolution of the product line. The study presents case studies and a proof‑of‑concept prototype demonstrating the approach.

Abstract

A software reconfiguration pattern is a solution to a problem in component-based software systems where the configuration needs to be updated while the system is operational. It defines how a set of components participating in a software pattern cooperate to change the configuration. This paper describes an approach for designing software reconfiguration patterns. It also describes how reconfiguration patterns can be used in reconfigurable software product line architectures. A change management model for dynamically evolving a software product line is also described. The paper concludes with a description of case studies and a proof-of-concept prototype.