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System for producing language neutral objects and generating an interface between the objects and multiple computer languages

US5428792A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 1994
Grant dateJun 27, 1995
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F9/4488
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method, system and program for redefining language dependent object definitions as a neutral set of information from which object support for any language, including support between languages, is disclosed. The information is parsed and compiled to generate a bindings file which is input along with method information to the target language compiler to create an object file. The object file is thereafter link edited to create executable programs. Target languages include C, Fortran, C++, COBOL or any other compiled language whether or not the particular language has object programming support. Messages are displayed on a display to aid a user.

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