Tooling: Improved Management for Monitor Repositories and Measuring Points in Palladio

Abstract

The SimuLizar extension to the Palladio Component Model brought new features to the simulator. One of these features allows users to manually define Monitors and Measuring Points (M&Ms). Leveraging M&Ms users can reduce simulation memory demand and increase its efficiency while offering the capabilities to specify exactly what needs to be analyzed. However, the current implementation makes it very difficult for new users to create and understand M&Ms. Therefore, we aim to provide an easier-to-use UI, through an Eclipse wizard, increasing the usability by guiding users through the set-up process in an easy and understandable way. These additions are extensible, allowing future developers to extend the functionality of our solution through Eclipse extension points.