JET FAQ How do I test for the type/EClass of an element in XPath?

To test for a subclass, use the self::Subclass test. See the sceanrio below. The following Ecore relationships exits

• SuperClass <- SubClass1
• SuperClass <- SubClass2
• SuperClass <- Banana

bananas are caught in the otherwise clause.

<c:iterate select="$container/referenceOfTypeSuperClass" var="superClassInstance">

<c:choose>

<c:when test="$superClassInstance/self::SubClass1">
This is an instance of type SubClass1!
</c:when>

<c:when test="$superClassInstance/self::SubClass2">
This is an instance of type SubClass2!
</c:when>

<c:otherwise>
This is an instance of SuperClass, or any other Subclass of it!
</c:otherwise>

</c:choose>

</c:iterate>