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Specificationthe is a term used in theoretical discussions of formal methods to denote a cohesive framework for describing, analyzing, and validating the intended behavior of complex systems through precise specifications. It treats specifications as first-class artifacts that constrain possible implementations while preserving intended properties.
Although not widely standardized, the term often appears in pedagogical contexts to illustrate how specification-centric design
Key concepts associated with specificationthe include formal specification languages, refinement relations, and satisfaction notions. A specification
Common tools and methods linked to the broader area include temporal logics, state-based formalisms, and model
Reception of the term varies by domain; some scholars prefer to use "specification theory" or "formal specification"
See also: formal methods, software specification, model checking, refinement, requirement engineering, temporal logic, formal verification.