This video provides an in-depth introduction to Enterprise Architect and the essential modelling concepts it supports.

The history of Enterprise Architect

Enterprise Architect, developed by Sparx Systems, is a modelling and project management tool that was launched in the early 2000s. It has established itself as a powerful solution for UML modelling and requirements management, used in many sectors such as software engineering, systems architecture and business modelling.

What is UML?

UML (Unified Modeling Language) is a standardised visual modelling language. It enables complex systems to be represented graphically using various diagrams (classes, use cases, sequences, etc.). UML helps to design, document and communicate effectively on a project.

What is BPMN?

BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation) is a modelling language dedicated to business processes.It focuses on the representation of workflows and interactions between players or systems, facilitating the analysis and optimisation of business processes.

A short guide to the Enterprise Architect interface

This video serves as a practical guide for beginners who want to understand the history, theoretical underpinnings and basic functionality of Enterprise Architect.An excellent resource for getting started with process modelling and optimisation.

This video explains the basic steps involved in getting started with Enterprise Architect, a widely used modelling tool. Here are the main points covered:

What is a repository?

A repository is a storage location, i.e. a relational database, which centralises all the information linked to your models (diagrams, elements, relationships). It is the main working environment in EA.

Repository structure

Your repository should be structured according to your needs (e.g. architecture, requirements, design). This hierarchical structure helps you to organise your models for better exploitation.

What is a package?

A package is a container that groups together related elements, such as diagrams or modelling objects. It is a way of structuring the different aspects of your project.

Creating a package

You can create a package by right-clicking on a other package and selecting ‘Add a package’. Give it a descriptive name to reflect its contents

Creating a diagram

A diagram is a visual representation of your models, such as use cases, class diagrams or sequence diagrams. It is created in a package to represent elements and their relationships.

What is a diagram?

It is a graphical illustration of your concepts or processes, used to understand and communicate aspects of the system or project.

Adding elements to a diagram

You can add elements such as actors or use cases by dragging and dropping them from the tool palette or by creating them directly in the diagram.

• Actor: Represents an external user or system interacting with your system.
• Use case: Describes a specific interaction or objective to be achieved.

This video is an ideal introduction for anyone new to Enterprise Architect, providing a solid foundation for effectively organising and modelling a project.

This video explores the steps involved in configuring and using some of Enterprise Architect's most useful features, to optimise your modelling experience. Here are the main topics covered:

Managing workspace

Organising panels: Reorganising windows (Project Explorer, Properties, Diagram) to create an ergonomic environment.

Docking and anchoring windows: Position essential tools where they are most accessible.

Save layout: Save a custom layout for a specific type of work.

Restore workspace: Return to a previous configuration or default layout if you need to.

Perspective selection

Enterprise Architect offers a range of perspectives which filter the tools available according to the type of project (software development, business process management, system architecture, etc.).

Adding an element or connector with the Quicklinker

The Quicklinker is a powerful tool for speeding up the creation of relationships between elements in a diagram.

Create a model with the Pattern Model Wizard

The Wizard simplifies model creation by offering predefined patterns adapted to different methodologies and frameworks.

This video is ideal for those who want to go beyond the basics and take advantage of Enterprise Architect's advanced features to make their modelling projects more productive and efficient.