Objectives

This section discusses the possible contribution of object technology to the development of heterogeneous systems. It reflects on the nature of heterogeneous systems and indicates which aspects are adequately dealt with by object-oriented techniques. It concludes with some thoughts on the future of OOP.

Points to emphasize

Hints

The paragraph concerning the future of OOP is intended to provoke a discussion on the contribution of object orientation to the practice of computing and the potential that is still waiting to be realized. Like most people, your students will enjoy reflecting on the unpredictable.

Questions

  1. Discuss the problems involved in realizing heterogeneous systems? How does object technology contribute to the solution of these problems?
  2. What do you consider the contribution of OOP to the practice of software development?

Comments

As a final comment, I would like to note again that the importance of gaining practical experience in OOP cannot be overemphasized.