Using Automated Tests and Restructuring Methodsfor an Agile Development of Diagnostic Knowledge Systems

May 2004

Proceedings of the Seventeenth International Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society Conference (FLAIRS 2004)

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Proceedings of the Seventeenth International Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Society Conference (FLAIRS 2004)

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We introduce an agile process model for the development of diagnostic knowledge systems. As key practices of this evolutionary process model we identify structured modifications of the knowledge by restructuring methods, and the continuous validation of the knowledge using automated testing methods. Finally, we report promising experiences gained by the evaluation of a development project implementing a medical documentation and consultation system.