@article{7401, abstract = {{The framework of graph transformation combines the potentials and advantages of both, graphs and rules, to a single computational paradigm. In this paper we present some recent developments in applying graph transformations as a rule-based framework for the specification and development of systems, languages, and tools. After reviewing the basic features of graph transformation, we discuss a selection of applications, including the evaluation of functional expressions, the specification of an interactive graphical tool, an example specification of abstract data types, and the definition of a visual database query language. The case studies indicate the need for suitable structuring principles which are independent of a particular graph transformation approach. To this end, we present the concept of a transformation unit, which allows systematic and structured specifications and programming based on graph transformation.}}, author = {{Andries, Marc and Engels, Gregor and Habel, Annegret and Hoffmann, Berthold and Kreowski, Hans-Jörg and Kuske, Sabine and Plump, Detlef and Schürr, Andy and Taentzer, Gabriele}}, journal = {{Science of Computer Programming}}, number = {{1}}, pages = {{1--54}}, title = {{{Graph Transformation for Specification and Programming}}}, doi = {{http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0167-6423(98)00023-9}}, volume = {{34}}, year = {{1999}}, }