Conclusions

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We have used the Gamma language as a formal language for the specification of agent systems. Through case studies of various agents, we demonstrated the feasibility and benefits of using Gamma as a specification language for multiagent systems, in light of how architectural design can be streamlined succinctly. A case study is also done in specifying a multiagent based e-learning system for course material maintenance. We studied implementation issues and proposed a method for building a multiagent system from its Gamma specification. Our approach involves using a hierarchical running environment comprised of first- class nodes and controlling nodes that implemented the nesting configuration structures in the Gamma language. Synchronization issues were solved by allowing controlling nodes to monitor and control the execution of the nodes on the lower levels.

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