Model Driven Architecture (MDA) is a software design approach that focuses on creating models to define system functionality and structure. It emphasizes the use of high-level abstractions, allowing developers to specify system behavior and requirements without getting bogged down in implementation details. MDA promotes the use of standardized models, such as Unified Modeling Language (UML), to facilitate communication among stakeholders.
The core idea of MDA is to separate the specification of system functionality from its implementation. This is achieved through different levels of models, including Platform-Independent Models (PIM) and Platform-Specific Models (PSM). By transforming PIMs into PSMs, developers can generate code tailored to specific platforms, enhancing flexibility and reducing development time.