The author discusses the origins of object-oriented programming, clarifying Alan Kay's original concept of 'messaging' and late binding versus modern class-based interpretations. It highlights how this broader definition aligns with the internet as a system of independent objects communicating across boundaries.
Background
Alan Kay is a pioneer in computer science who coined the term 'object-oriented programming' and created Smalltalk. His original vision emphasized dynamic messaging over static class hierarchies.
- Source
- Lobsters
- Published
- Jul 25, 2026 at 04:33 AM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10