5. UML¶
Prerequisite Information
A basic understanding of Java classes and objects is required to understand most of the material in this chapter. When additional prerequisite information is required for a particular section, those details will be noted near the start of the section.
This chapter is written under the assumption that you will fully engage with the material. In other words, it is not sufficient to skim-read the content. You should carefully read and process the diagrams presented in this chapter and try to create your own, taking notes as you go.
Fully engaging with the content will improve your understanding of the content and help you retain the information long term.
Pro Tip
Write the answers to any questions asked in this chapter in your notes along with any additional information needed to provide some context. These notes will be extremely helpful for studying.
Help and Feedback
If you have any questions as you are working through the chapter, you are encouraged to post on the course Piazza page. Your questions will not only help you fill gaps in your knowledge but also give the authors and instructors insight on potential updates to the chapter.