Categorical foundations for structured specifications in \(\mathsf{Z}\) (Q903494)

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Categorical foundations for structured specifications in \(\mathsf{Z}\)
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    Categorical foundations for structured specifications in \(\mathsf{Z}\) (English)
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    6 January 2016
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    The paper uses the category-theoretic form of abstract model theory known as ``institution theory'' for providing foundations for the Z formal specification language. In particular this applies to the structuring mechanism of Z. Morever, the proposed foundations allow for heterogenous combinations of Z with other specification formalisms; this is illustrated with the combination of Z and CSP.
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    \(\mathsf{Z}\) notation
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    system specification
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    system verification
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    category theory
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    heterogeneous specifications
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    institution
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