Interface Language

Definition

Interface Language

an implementation language that is used to document interfaces.

Classification

As illustrated in the preceding figure, Interface Language is part of the following inheritance hierarchy:

• Type: Concrete
• Superclass: Implementation Language
• Subclasses: None
• Example Instances:
  • Interface Definition Language (IDL)

Responsibilities

The typical responsibilities of an Interface Language are to:

• Communicate interfaces.
• Formally specify interfaces in terms of their:
  • Syntax (e.g., operation names, parameters, exceptions)
  • Protocol (e.g., assertions or states)
  • Semmantics

Guidelines

• At a minimum, an interface language needs to address the syntax.