Objectory

Objectory is a software development approach that focuses on designing systems around "objects," which are self-contained units combining data and the functions that operate on that data. Developed by Ivar Jacobson, it emphasizes modeling real-world entities and their interactions to create clearer, more flexible, and maintainable software. By organizing software into these interconnected objects, Objectory helps teams better understand system structure, manage complexity, and adapt to changes more efficiently throughout development. It underpins object-oriented programming and promotes an iterative, user-centered process for building software solutions.