How to Capture Software Requirements:
An Introduction to Use Case Modeling

"I came into this not knowing that much at all about use cases. After your presentation tonight, I am walking away with a world of knowledge. Thank you so much."

Stephanie Tocci, Signature Consultants


"You were magnificent! You explained the subject clearly, with humor and were masterful in your presentation.

Thanks for the insights into case modeling."

Jim Connell, Custom Software

Description

An overview of the use case analysis methodology used for capturing system functional requirements for computer systems. The presentation includes a valuable set of guidelines for people writing use cases.

Audience

Product managers, project managers, end users, analysts, designers, quality assurance and testing personnel.

Goals

To provide a helpful framework for capturing requirements utilizing use case analysis.

After the session, you should be able to:

• read a use case diagram
• understand the uses of the various items in a use case text template
• understand which types of requirements are appropriately modeled as use cases and which types are not.

Prerequisites

None