Abstract: The concept of a general purpose aspect is introduced where an aspect transparently forces cross-cutting behavior on object classes and other software entities. A reusable aspect is further described for use as part of an aspect library.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 20, 1999
Date of Patent:
October 15, 2002
Assignee:
Xerox Corporation
Inventors:
Gregor J. Kiczales, John O. Lamping, Cristina V. Lopes, James J. Hugunin, Erik A. Hilsdale, Chandrasekhar Boyapati