I focused on the modeling of software, trying to answer the question of how to merge diverging models (e.g., from different development efforts) of the same software system.
...just because something can be done with computers [...] doesn't mean people should do it.
I second this. I've been at computers long enough to get cynical. I started out designing microprocessors back in the 80s, gradually moving into software. When folks have problems with a computer (HW or SW) I give them a sarcastic variation of what you say --- "You just have to believe that someday computers will make your life easier."
I focused on the modeling of software, trying to answer the question of how to merge diverging models (e.g., from different development efforts) of the same software system.
I second this. I've been at computers long enough to get cynical. I started out designing microprocessors back in the 80s, gradually moving into software. When folks have problems with a computer (HW or SW) I give them a sarcastic variation of what you say --- "You just have to believe that someday computers will make your life easier."
Unless you go an install an operating system in your body. Then you dont have to worry much for too long.