What is Smalltalk/X
Smalltalk/X is a new and complete implementation of the
Smalltalk language and consists of both an integrated environment for program
development AND a standalone smalltalk compiler, generating true machine code.
Features
- Language syntax and semantic compatible to the industry standard
- a comprehensive library of
basic classes,
including
lightweight processes
and
exception handling
- many user interface
widget classes offering
parametrized view styles.
- integrated programming environment
including browsers, monitors and symbolic debugger for
efficient program development.
- many demo and 'how-to'
example programs
- liberal licensing conditions
Implementation hilights
- incremental compilation to internal
bytecodes
for short turn around
cycles
- batch compilation to real
machine code
for production code, enabling the creation of binary
object modules,
class libraries or
even
shared class libraries.
- allows creation of
standalone executables
- easy binding to C-language by allowing
inline c code
- sophisticated window interface combining
event and process driven
techniques
Availablity
ST/X is a product of Claus Gittinger, Development & Consulting.
Packaging and distribution is performed by
independent distibutors.
A free (somewhat stripped down)
version for educational use is available via FTP from various sites
(stuttgart, sunsite and others - ask archie).
Copyright © Claus Gittinger Development & Consulting, all rights reserved
(cg@ssw.de)