The object-ownership model: a case study for inheritance and operator overloading

ABSTRACT

Any comprehensive course on object-oriented programming must cover the topics of inheritance and overloading. In addition, in view of the relatively large size of some objects, one should also cover the efficiency of parameter passing techniques. By using recent research results, we motivate and present an effective case study that thoroughly examines the concepts and subtleties of each of these topics.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education
          Subjects: Curriculum

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.1 PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES

General Terms:
Design, Human Factors, Management, Performance, Theory