Abstract
We propose a framework for intelligent visual interface design for database systems supporting visual querying aided by a user model consisting of three components: the class stereotype, the user signature and the system model. An approach for multiparadigmatic visualization is then suggested, in order to achieve seamless integration of different interaction paradigms. Our hypothesis is that such a three-component user model captures the essential characteristics of the user, and enhances human-task interaction. A system architecture and an experimental testbed for model-aided visual querying is then proposed.
The financial support of the Italian National Council, grants N. 90.02143.CT11 and N. 90.04123.CT12, is gratefully acknowledged.
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Chang, S.K., Costabile, M.F., Levialdi, S. (1993). A Framework for Intelligent Visual Interface Design for Database Systems. In: Cooper, R. (eds) Interfaces to Database Systems (IDS92). Workshops in Computing. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-3423-7_21
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