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What can java binary compatibility mean?

Year: 1998

Type: article

Abstract: Java binary compatibility prescribes conditions under which modification and re-compilation of classes does not necessitate re-compilation of further classes importing the modified classes. Binary compatibility is a novel concept for language design. We argue that the description of the term binary compatibility in the Java language specification allows for many possible interpretations. We discuss the various interpretations and their ramifications, and suggest one interpretation, which is best in our view.

DOI: 10.25561/95412

Authors: Drossopoulou, Sophia, Eisenbach, Susan, Wragg, D

Institution: Imperial College London

Language: English

Topic: Logic, programming, and type systems

Subfield: Software

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1496840675

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Cites: 7

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