ECMA334

ECMA334 refers to the standard developed by Ecma International for the programming language C#. This standard specifies the syntax, semantics, and libraries of C#, ensuring interoperability and consistent implementation across different platforms and compilers. The Ecma International standard for C# is officially titled "C# Language Standard." It was first published in December 2002 as ECMA-334, with subsequent revisions aligning with newer versions of the C# language.

The primary goal of ECMA334 is to provide a definitive specification that can be used by implementers of C# compilers and tools. This standardization process is crucial for the widespread adoption and reliable use of the C# language. By adhering to the ECMA334 standard, developers can be confident that C# code written for one compliant environment will behave as expected in another.

The standard covers a wide range of language features, including data types, operators, control flow, object-oriented programming concepts, and exception handling. It also defines fundamental libraries that form the basis of the C# ecosystem, such as the common type system and basic input/output operations. The ongoing development and maintenance of the ECMA334 standard are overseen by the Ecma Technical Committee 39 (TC39), which is responsible for the C# language.