Entity: SDL
SDL, short for Specification and Description Language, is a modeling language used to describe real-time systems. Originally focused on telecommunication systems, SDL is targeted at the unambiguous specification and description of the behavior of reactive and distributed systems.
SDL
Etymology
The term SDL stands for 'Specification and Description Language'.
Definition
SDL is a modeling language used to describe real-time systems with a focus on the unambiguous specification and description of the behavior of reactive and distributed systems.
Historical Context
Originally defined by the ITU-T in Recommendations Z.100 to Z.106, SDL has been widely used in industries such as telecommunications, aviation, automotive, and medical for modeling state machines.
Cultural Significance
SDL plays a crucial role in the development and design of systems in various industries, ensuring the accurate specification and description of system behavior.
Related Concepts
- Specification Language
- Modeling Language
- Real-time Systems
See Also
A modeling language used to describe real-time systems.