Systematic Mapping Protocol: Reasoning Algorithms on Feature Model

TL;DR

This paper presents a validated protocol for systematically mapping reasoning algorithms in feature modeling, highlighting the need for further detailed reviews of these algorithms in software product line variability management.

Contribution

It introduces a standardized protocol for conducting systematic mapping studies on reasoning algorithms in feature modeling, facilitating future research synthesis.

Findings

Validated protocol for systematic mapping studies

Initial evidence of the need for detailed reviews

Framework supports future research in feature modeling reasoning algorithms

Abstract

Context: The importance of the feature modeling for the software product lines considering the modeling and management of the variability. Objective: Define a protocol to conduct a systematic mapping study to summarize and synthesize the evidence on reasoning algorithms for feature modeling. Method: Application the protocol to conduct a systematic mapping study according the guidelines of K. Petersen. Results: A validated protocol to conduct a systematic mapping study. Conclusions: Initial findings show that a more detailed review for the different reasoning algorithms for feature modeling is needed.