A Mapping Language from Models to XMI[DI] Diagrams

We study the problem of how to define the concrete syntax of a modeling language based on the standards proposed by the Object Management Group (OMG). The OMG has recently published the Diagram Interchange (XMI[DI]) standard that contains a language to describe the graphical representation of a model. XMI[DI] is required to enableinteroperability between modeling tools. However, XMI[DI] can only describe particular diagrams of a model. We consider that the definition of a modeling language should also include a definition of what legal diagrams exist for that modeling language. In this article, we present a language to describe mappings between modeling languages and diagrams, some example mappings and our experience using them.